The Life of Frederick Douglass: Complete Autobiographies, Speeches & Personal Letters in One Volume

The Life of Frederick Douglass: Complete Autobiographies, Speeches & Personal Letters in One Volume

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

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In "The Life of Frederick Douglass: Complete Autobiographies, Speeches & Personal Letters in One Volume," Douglass presents a compelling narrative that intertwines his personal journey from enslavement to statesmanship, emphasizing themes of freedom, identity, and the struggle for social justice. Richly layered in rhetorical sophistication, the work blends the vivid detail of autobiographical account with the passionate urgency of political discourse, reflecting the literary styles of transcendentalism and realism which permeated 19th-century America. Douglass's adept use of oratory and personal letters illustrates not only the horrors of slavery but also the inherent dignity of individuals striving for their rightful place in society. Frederick Douglass, an iconic abolitionist and influential intellectual, was born into slavery around 1818 in Maryland. His thirst for knowledge, coupled with his early experiences of oppression and his eventual escape to freedom, forged his unyielding resolve to fight against the institution of slavery and advocate for human rights. These personal experiences deeply informed his writings, imbuing them with authenticity and urgency that resonated with contemporaneous abolitionists and continues to inspire generations. This masterwork is essential reading for anyone interested in American history, literature, or civil rights. Douglass's profound insights into the nature of freedom, his eloquent prose, and his fierce advocacy make this collection indispensable. It not only chronicles his life but also serves as a timeless call to action for equality and justice.

ISBN:
8596547752844
8596547752844
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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