Topic
Discuss and compare how we see the idea of “freedom” portrayed in the specific primary texts included in our course materials by Mary Rowlandson, Thomas Jefferson, and Harriet Jacobs.
How do the authors define “freedom,” and why is it important to them?
What contextual factors contributed to their idea of “freedom”?
What elements of “freedom” do these authors/texts share in common, and how/why do other elements differ?
How is their depiction of freedom significant to our study of American literature? Be specific with your evidence and your insight.
What elements of “freedom” do these authors/texts share in common, and how/why do other elements differ?
