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Frederick Douglass shares his harrowing journey from bondage to freedom, beginning with his earliest days as a slave, unaware of his own birthdate. Douglass narrates the brutal realities of slave life, his quest for education, and the awakening of his desire for freedom, leading to his eventual escape. This autobiography is not just a personal story but a powerful indictment of the institution of slavery, showcasing Douglass's incredible intellect and willpower against the backdrop of America's darkest period. Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is a seminal work in American literature and a pivotal piece in the abolitionist movement. Frederick Douglass's memoir vividly recounts his experiences and sufferings under slavery, and his unyielding quest for freedom. This narrative not only illuminated the brutal realities of slavery but also played a crucial role in influencing public opinion and advancing the cause of abolition. Douglass's eloquent and compelling storytelling not only authenticated his experiences but also highlighted the inherent inhumanity of slavery, making a significant impact on the fight for abolition in the United States. This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.

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Frederick Douglass (February 1817 - February 20, 1895) was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York, gaining note for his oratory and incisive antislavery writings. In his time, he was described by abolitionists as a living counter-example to slaveholders' arguments that slaves lacked the intellectual capacity to function as independent American citizens. Northerners at the time found it hard to believe that such a great orator had once been a slave. Douglass described his experiences as a slave in his 1845 autobiography, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, which became a bestseller, and was influential in promoting the cause of abolition, as was his second book, My Bondage and My Freedom. After the Civil War, Douglass remained an active campaigner against slavery and wrote his last autobiography, Life and Times of Frederick Douglass. Douglass also actively supported women's suffrage, and held several public offices. Without his approval, Douglass became the first African American nominated for Vice President of the United States as the running mate and Vice Presidential nominee of Victoria Woodhull, on the Equal Rights Party ticket.

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