Sojourner Truth Ain't I A Woman Author:Patricia McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack A biography of the abolitionist, activist, feminist, and preacher who was born a slave in 1797. Along with the story of Sojourner Truth's life, the authors also explore the general history of slavery, and profile leading figures in the abolitionist movement. Quotes from Truth's speeches are used to enliven the text.