Life and Times of Frederick Douglass

Life and Times of Frederick Douglass

by Frederick Douglass
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 14/12/2023

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In "Life and Times of Frederick Douglass," the esteemed abolitionist and social reformer Frederick Douglass provides a compelling and vivid autobiographical account of his life, chronicling his journey from slavery to a prominent advocate for civil rights. This narrative is marked by a powerful literary style that combines poignant personal anecdotes with incisive social commentary, reflecting the complexities of 19th-century America. Douglass's work emerges from the rich literary tradition of slave narratives, employing eloquent prose to expose the brutal realities of slavery while articulating a profound vision for human dignity and justice, making it both a historical document and a literary masterpiece. Frederick Douglass's life experiences as a former enslaved person drove him to write this seminal work. Born into slavery in Maryland, Douglass escaped and became an influential leader in the abolitionist movement. His firsthand knowledge of the dehumanizing effects of slavery infused his writing with authenticity and urgency, positioning him as a pivotal figure in American literature and social justice. "Life and Times of Frederick Douglass" is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the historical context of race relations in America, as well as the enduring struggle for equality. Douglass's eloquent narrative not only informs but inspires, urging readers to reflect on the enduring quest for freedom and justice in today's society.

ISBN:
8596547752721
8596547752721
Category:
Political activism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
14-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass was born into slavery in Maryland, 1818. He was separated from his mother as a baby and lived with his grandmother up to the age of eight, when he was sent to live as a house servant, a field hand and then a ship caulker. He escaped to New York in 1838 and seven years later published Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an autobiography of his life as a slave, which became an instant bestseller.

Douglass rose to fame as a powerful orator and spent the rest of his life campaigning for equality. He became a national leader of the abolitionist movement, a consultant to Abraham Lincoln in the civil rights movement and a passionate supporter of the women’s rights movement. He died in 1895.

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