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Washington State University

Washington State University: Literary Movements: The Slave Narrative

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to defining "Slave Narrative," this website includes information on the styles and influences associated with slave narratives. Also provided, are links to several examples of nineteenth- and twentieth-century slave narratives.
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University of Massachusetts

Univ of Massachusetts Amherst: Mary Rowlandson Captive

For Students 9th - 10th
Mary Rowlandson's account of her capture and captivity is retold and illustrated with modern photographs. Includes quotations from her account and a brief bibliography.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Experiencing War: Prisoners of War

For Students 9th - 10th
Online presentation of personal narratives includes remembrances from former POWs held captive in Germany, Japan, Korea and Vietnam.
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Washington State University

Washington State University: Mary Rowlandson & Captivity Narratives Bibliography

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An extensive bibliography of works about the captivity narrative, with special attention to the captivity narrative of Mary Rowlandson.
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Hanover College

Hanover College: Mary Rowlandson's Captivity Narrative

For Students 9th - 10th
College essay examines Mary Rowlandson's captivity narrative in its historical context and in light of her religious beliefs. Analyzes Rowlandson's view that her captivity was punishment by God for breaking the covenant between God and...
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Other

Msu: Captivity Narratives Bibliography

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This bibliography of American captivity narratives is offered as part of a University of Michigan humanities electronic discussion group.
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Other

Jefferson Historical Society: River to Rail

For Students 9th - 10th
Although this site provides information on one town, Madison, IN; it is an absolute treasure trove of information on the development of the Midwest. Authors provide captivating historic photos and comprehensive narrative on the area...