I would rather believe I was enslaved because of fate, or the will of the gods, or because my country lost a war. But it would be intolerable if I believed I was enslaved because I was intrinsically inferior, of even if my master believed I was.
Remember the Greek Posca in the HBO TV series 'Rome'? Posca was Julius Caesar's slave. He managed Caesar's household and his affairs, spied for him, kept his records and accounts, represented him in negotiations and was a trusted advisor. And Caesar listened to and appreciated his counsel (although he didn't always take it!). He was still a slave, but he was still a man. He had his dignity. I realize not all slaves held such a position, but it was still possible.
I just don't see that happening on the plantation.
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- Nikki don't lose that number
- It's in the very first sentence.