Fierce determination to be free from "summary" of Autobiografía de un esclavo by Juan Francisco Manzano
The burning desire for freedom consumed my every thought, driving me to endure the harshest of conditions with unwavering resolve. Despite the chains that bound my body, my spirit remained unbroken, fueled by a fierce determination to break free from the shackles of slavery that held me captive. Each day, as I toiled under the scorching sun, my mind would wander to visions of a life beyond the plantation walls, where I could breathe the sweet air of liberty and bask in the warmth of independence. This dream, this longing for a better existence, became the beacon that guided me through the darkest of times, giving me strength when all seemed lost. Through the years of suffering and oppression, my resolve only grew stronger, fueled by the injustices I witnessed and the indignities I suffered. I knew in my heart that I was meant for more than a life of servitude, that my destiny lay in carving out a path to freedom, no ...
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