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From "The Narrative of Sojourner Truth" by Gilbert, Olive
Isaac S. Van Wagener
A man who buys Isabella's services to prevent her from being taken back by Dumont and gives her his last name.
Core Belief
"Isaac S. Van Wagener believes that slavery is wrong and that all people are entitled to freedom. He is motivated by a sense of justice and a desire to do what is right."
Worldview
Isaac S. Van Wagener sees the world as a place where people should be treated with equality and respect, regardless of their race or social status.
Personality
Isaac S. Van Wagener is portrayed as a principled and compassionate man who opposes slavery. He is willing to put his money where his mouth is and buys Isabella's services to protect her from being returned to slavery.
In Their Own Words
"I have never been in the practice of buying and selling slaves; I did not believe in slavery; but, rather than have Isabella taken back by force, I would buy her services for the balance of the year."
"There is but one master; and he who is your master is my master."
"Call me Isaac Van Wagener, and my wife is Maria Van Wagener."
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