The document outlines the major life events of Linda, an enslaved woman, organized into sections on her childhood, teenage years, the cruelties of slavery, hardships over the years, an attempt at running away, more hard times, and finally happy times after gaining freedom. Some of the key events mentioned include her mother and mistress' deaths, being owned by Dr. Flint, her father's death, losing her lover, excessive whippings, an unwanted pregnancy, her children being sold and imprisoned, hiding from those seeking to recapture her, reuniting with loved ones, and ultimately gaining her and her children's freedom.