Narrative Of The Life Of Frederick Douglass An American Slave Classics Illustrated Edition

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 through sheer force of character he was able to 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. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

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 through sheer force of character he was able to 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. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

In 1845, runaway slave Frederick Douglass became, almost overnight, the most celebrated African American author in history with the publication of his Narrative. In stark, powerful prose, he conveyed his observations of owners and overseers, the demoralizing effects of slavery on both slave and slaveholder, and his own triumph over oppression. In the latter part of the century, Douglass became a public figure of enormous stature: an orator, a newspaper publisher, and a statesman. But he is perhaps best remembered as America's first major African American writer, a man whose work still makes a powerful impact on both our minds and hearts. For a new perspective on Douglass' narrative, Henry Louis Gates, Jr.'s, introduction examines its literary and social importance, and considers the issues Douglass raised as the foundation for today's field of African American studies. Gates's illuminating insights, and an extensive bibliography, make this edition essential reading for scholars, historians, and students of African American literature.

THE TRUE STORY OF AN AMERICAN SLAVE This exclusive NEW ILLUSTRATED EDITION of the classic auto-biography follows Frederick Douglass from his enslavement as an African American to his rise to statesman. A must read for persons of all ages that includes: * FREDRICK DOUGLASS NARRATIVE IN HIS OWN WORDS * 20 OF THE MOST CRITICAL HISTORICAL PHOTOGRAPHS, GENTLY RESTORED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE *STUDY GUIDE - NEW AND EXCLUSIVE FOUND ONLY IN THIS EDITION WITH TRUE AND FALSE AND COMPREHENSIVE QUESTIONS *ADDITIONAL PAGES FOR PERSONAL NOTES *ADDITIONAL PAGES FOR A BRIEF SUMMARY ESSAY *ALPHABETIZED INDEX - NAMES AND SUBJECTS ARRANGED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE This is THE NEW ILLUSTRATED EDITION of the historical narrative by Frederick Douglass, an African American slave. The 1845 international best-selling autobiography tells the author's personal and terrifying experience as one of the millions of Blacks enslaved in the racially divided pre-Civil War era. Douglass describes vividly the brutal treatment; one slave girl was simply "slow to move" and so the Master's wife "broke the girl's nose and breastbone, and thus ended her life. In addition to hard labor, harsh beatings, and the breaking-up of family units, slaves were denied the most basic education. After escaping from his bondage in 1838, Frederick Douglass campaigned as a prominent abolitionist, pressuring the president to the enactment of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation. An eloquent speaker, writer, and statesperson, Douglass was a known proponent of Women's Suffrage, public education with an emphasis on agriculture and trades, and most pointedly... an advocate for freedom and equality for all.

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 through sheer force of character he was able to 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. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

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 through sheer force of character he was able to 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. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

This is the story of Frederick Douglass, who was born into slavery. He was hardly allowed to have any contact with his mother, Harriet Bailey. She died when he was about ten years old. He lived with his maternal grandmother, Betty Bailey. After a first attempt to escape failed, he borrowed a sailor's letter of protection in 1838. With this he managed to escape to freedom; he went to New York. Both in the USA and in the wider English-speaking world, as well as on the European mainland, enormous importance was and is attached to the work. Gröls Classics - English Edition

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is an 1845 memoir and treatise on abolition written by famous orator and former slave Frederick Douglass during his time in Lynn, Massachusetts[1]. It is generally held to be the most famous of a number of narratives written by former slaves during the same period. In factual detail, the text describes the events of his life and is considered to be one of the most influential pieces of literature to fuel the abolitionist movement of the early 19th century in the United States.