These pages hold true history as it was from 1836 through 1840 in the United States concerning slaves shown in historic text visuals with transcriptions for clarity. As you step back in time, the days prior to the American Civil War will unfold before you. Shown are slave names with sometimes last names used, and can contain the owner, the height, age, scars, teeth condition, physical problems, abnormalities, the names of a spouse and children plus a variety of other items concerning the person. You are holding true history as it was written being a good 'history book' for teaching the young. If you have an ancestor that you are lucky to have a first or last name for, you might match them up in this book. This book is excellent for use as a coffee table book.