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Was Harriet Jacobs' autobiography immediately considered a classic?

  • No, it was only recognized as such much later

  • Yes, it was instantly acclaimed

  • It was never considered a classic

  • It was controversial upon release

Answer

Contrary to initial expectations, Harriet Jacobs' autobiography was not immediately hailed as a classic. Instead, recognition of its literary merit and historical significance came much later. Jacobs' candid revelations of her experiences as an enslaved woman and her courageous resistance against oppression were ahead of their time.
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