
FAQ About Harriet Ann Jacobs

Who helped Harriet Jacobs with the publication of her book?
Harriet Jacobs received help from Lydia Maria Child, a prominent abolitionist and author, who agreed to edit and assist in arranging for the publication of "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl." Child's involvement not only helped refine Jacobs' narrative but also lent credibility to the work in abolitionist and literary circles.