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What was the initial public reception of Harriet Jacobs' book? Harriet Ann Jacobs
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What was the initial public reception of Harriet Jacobs' book?

Initially, "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" faced limited reception due to the Civil War overshadowing its release. However, over time it gained recognition and critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of the unique struggles faced by enslaved women. Today, it is considered a crucial work in American literature and history.