Brutally punished for trying from "summary" of Autobiografía de un esclavo by Juan Francisco Manzano
I remember the times when I dared to dream of freedom. The very thought of escaping the chains that bound me filled my heart with a sense of hope and courage. I longed for a life where I could be my own master, where I could breathe the air of liberty without fear or restraint. But every time I tried to break free from my shackles, I was met with brutal punishment. The whip would come down hard on my back, leaving me scarred and broken. The chains would tighten around my limbs, reminding me of my place in this cruel world. I was constantly reminded of the consequences of my defiance, of the price I had to pay for daring to dream. Despite the pain and suffering, I refused to give up. I held on to the flicker of hope that burned within me, f...
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