A compelling letter from a former slave in response to a request from his former owner to return to work. I found the third paragraph to be particularly amazing. Do yourself a favor and read it.
Say howdy to George Carter, and thank him for taking the pistol from you when you were shooting at me.
From your old servant,
Jourdon Anderson.
Once you’ve read it, check out the follow-up on Jourdon Anderson by Kottke.