Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.
Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Frederick Douglass is one of the most celebrated writers in the African American literary tradition, and this, his first autobiography, is one of the most widely read North American slave narratives. It was first published in 1845 – less than seven years after Douglass escaped from slavery.

Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause; Frederick Douglass 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.

It truly is a unique look into slavery since few slaves during that period could write. The Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power.


This book is unabridged (unedited) and the story appears as it was first published in 1845.
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Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.
Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Frederick Douglass is one of the most celebrated writers in the African American literary tradition, and this, his first autobiography, is one of the most widely read North American slave narratives. It was first published in 1845 – less than seven years after Douglass escaped from slavery.

Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause; Frederick Douglass 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.

It truly is a unique look into slavery since few slaves during that period could write. The Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power.


This book is unabridged (unedited) and the story appears as it was first published in 1845.
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Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.


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Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass an American Slave: With 26 Illustrations and a Free Online Audio Link.

Frederick Douglass is one of the most celebrated writers in the African American literary tradition, and this, his first autobiography, is one of the most widely read North American slave narratives. It was first published in 1845 – less than seven years after Douglass escaped from slavery.

Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause; Frederick Douglass 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.

It truly is a unique look into slavery since few slaves during that period could write. The Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power.


This book is unabridged (unedited) and the story appears as it was first published in 1845.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940157088873
Publisher: Fugu-Fish Publishing
Publication date: 07/25/2016
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

About The Author
Frederick Douglass was a prominent American author, abolitionist, and public speaker. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped on a train and headed north to Maryland, Philadelphia, and eventually New York City, where he took refuge and became a famous orator and abolitionist. Douglass recounted the struggles he faced as a slave through multiple narratives, most notably his autobiography, The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. The book became an instant bestseller, despite its initial opposition and skeptical reception. His other famous books include My Bondage and My Freedom and Life and Times of Frederick Douglass.

Hometown:

Tuckahoe, Maryland

Date of Birth:

1818

Date of Death:

February 20, 1895

Place of Death:

Washington, D.C.
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