The Self-Liberation of Parson Sykes Trilogy
The Self-Liberation of Parson Sykes by David J. Mason is a historical documentary novel trilogy inspired by the true story of Mason’s great-grandfather, Parson Sykes. The trilogy traces Parson’s journey from enslavement in Southampton County, Virginia, through his escape and service in the Union Army during the Civil War, to his efforts to build a new life during Reconstruction.
Parson Sykes’s story is one of extraordinary courage, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of freedom. Born i... [Read More...]
