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Summary: 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. (from amazon.com)
Where can I find it?: Lower/Middle library, Lithgow building AND Upper School library, Walczak building
Tags: Douglass, Frederick, 1818-1895; United States; Abolitionists; African American abolitionists; Slaves; African Americans; Slavery; Maryland
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