In 1845, just seven years after his escape from slavery, the young Douglass published this powerful account of his life as a slave and his triumph over oppression. It is exceptional."-Nancy Hewitt, Distinguished Professor Emerita, Rutgers University The autobiography of Frederick Douglass (1818-1895), Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave, is widely regarded as a classic of American nineteenth-century history, of African-American studies, and of literature. Illustrations.īook Synopsis The powerful story of slavery that has become a classic of American autobiography, in an authoritative edition "This edition is the most valuable teaching tool on slavery and abolition available today. Includes a thorough Introduction by Douglass scholar John Blassingame, historical notes, and reader responses to the first edition of 1845. About the Book The powerful story of slavery that has become a classic of American autobiography is now available in an authoritative edition.
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