Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor, and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause, Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) led an astounding life. Physical abuse, deprivation and tragedy plagued his early years, yet through sheer force of character he was able to overcome these obstacles to become a leading spokesman for his people.
In this, the first and most frequently read of his three autobiographies, Douglass provides graphic descriptions of his childhood and horrifying experiences as a slave as well as a harrowing record of his dramatic escape to the North and eventual freedom.
Published in 1845 to quell doubts about his origins-since few slaves of that period could write-the Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions, and storytelling power. It belongs in the library of anyone interested in African-American history and the life of one of the country's most courageous and influential champions of civil rights.
| ISBN: | 9780486853307 |
| Publication date: | 1st July 2024 |
| Author: | Frederick Douglass |
| Publisher: | Search Press an imprint of Dover Publications Inc |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Series: | Dover Books on Literature & Drama |
| Genres: |
Biography, Literature and Literary studies |