Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause, Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) led an astounding life. Physical abuse, deprivation and tragedy plagued his early years, yet with his tenacious character and relentless pursuit of self-education, he would 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. Published in 1845 to quell doubts about his origins -- since few slaves of that period could write -- the Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power. It belongs in the library of anyone interested in African-American history and the life of one of the country's most courageous and influential champions of civil rights.
Sobre o autor(a)
Douglass, Frederick
FREDERICK DOUGLASS nasceu em 1818. Filho de Harriet Bailey, uma escravizada, Douglass mudou seu nome em 1838, após fugir da escravidão — passando-se por um marinheiro livre, conseguiu fugir para a Filadélfia e depois para Nova York. Fundou e foi editor dos jornais The North Star, Frederick Douglass’ Paper, Douglass’ Monthly e New National Era. Também ocupou vários cargos governamentais, incluindo registrador de escrituras para o distrito de Columbia e cônsul-geral do Haiti. |
| ISBN | 9780486284996 |
| Autor(a) | Douglass, Frederick |
| Editora | Dover Publications |
| Ano de edição | 1995 |
| Páginas | 96 |
| Acabamento | Brochura |