Husband and wife Quote by Gail Collins
““Lewis B. Norwood, a wealthy North Carolina planter, was killed by two of his slaves. A husband and wife, they held him down, shoved a funnel into his mouth, and poured scalding water down his throat. (Norwood had just sold the couple’s baby and was preparing to sell the wife.)””
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, “The Brutal History of Slavery in the South”, 2022
A violent act of revenge by enslaved people against a cruel master who exploited and sold his own family.
In simple terms: Enslaved people fought back against a brutal owner.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how oppression can provoke desperate resistance.
Themes
oppression
revenge
humanity
justice
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
historical
journalistic
When to use this quote
- Historical analysis
- education about slavery
- social justice discussions
- museum exhibits
Key Concepts
Power dynamics
moral agency
historical trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- What conditions drive oppressed individuals to violent resistance?
- How can we honor victims while understanding their humanity?
A Different Perspective
The account may lack broader context of systemic violence, risking sensationalism.
