From the Eye of Kate Henry

About the Book

This book was not written for the purpose of causing contention between the different races. The book does not imply that slavery was joyful by no means rather it illustrates that all has not been told. In the hearts of all people there is bad but deep down inside we still can find some good. When most people hear the word slavery they become resentful and shameful. Many tend to hold contention in their hearts. Friends, it’s time for us to get passed our past lives and take a good look at what God has set in front of us. As you sit down and begin reading this tale uou are adjured to please read it slowly. The words chosen in the pages of this book have been prayerfully chosen. The story itself has a deep southern flavor with a tantalizing southern slave language. Whether you’re young or old, this book’s language must be digested one word at a time and its meaning needs to be digested slowly. Many of the lines you’ll read have taken years to present in written form. Many of the words are extremely expressed for your deepest attention and awakening knowledge. Some of the tales and events really happened to many of the author’s relatives.

About the Author

I was born in Carrollton, Georgia, the second son of Mr. and Mrs. John McClure. I was named after my daddy, John Y. McClure. I was born shortly after World War II on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1948. I was given the title of Reverend in the summer of 1973 soon after God had called me to preach. I attended The American Theological Seminary School of Nashville Tennessee and completed my study in four years. I joined the U.S. Army at the age of seventeen, with parental consent. I was honorably discharged on July 10, 1969. After a long break, I reenlisted in 1978. I finally retired from active duty in July of 1995. I attended college and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I also have a Master Degree in Biblical Studies, Divinity and I recently received a Doctorate Degree in Ministry. I began writing this book shortly before I retired from the Army. This book was written from many of the ideas and stories that my grandpa had shared with me about slavery. As you read this book try to read it slowly and let your imagination drift into every chapter and episode.