Solomon Northup Books

A film tie-in edition of this eloquent and powerful memoir, to accompany the major new film starring Brad Pitt, Michael Fassbender and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Perhaps the best written of all the slave narratives, Twelve Years a Slaveis a harrowing memoir about one of the darkest periods in American history. It recounts how Solomon Northup, born a free man in New York, was lured to Washington, D.C., in 1841 with the promise of fast money, then drugged and beaten and sold into slavery. He spent the next twelve years of his life in captivity on a Louisiana cotton plantation.

The book presents three compelling narratives that delve into the lives of renowned enslaved individuals, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and contributions to history. Each account provides a unique perspective on the harsh realities of slavery while showcasing the strength of the human spirit. Through these stories, readers gain insight into the personal experiences and enduring legacies of those who fought against oppression, making it a poignant exploration of history and humanity.

Als freier Mann wurde Solomon Northup entführt und in die Sklaverei verkauft. Dies ist die Geschichte seines zwölfjährigen Lebens als Sklave. Solomon zeichnet ein deutliches Bild von einem menschenunwürdigen Leben, von der endlosen Arbeit und der grausamen Behandlung. Wie hat Solomon all das überlebt? Und wie hat er es schließlich zurück in die Freiheit geschafft?

This Large Print Edition is cleanly formatted for easy reading. 16 point, spacing 1.25. (1853) Twelve Years a Slave is the memoir of Solomon Northup, a free black man enslaved for twelve years. It provides the details of Northup's kidnapping in Washington, D.C. and his sale into slavery. During his bondage in Louisiana, by various slavemasters, Northup wrote to friends and family who eventually managed to have him released.

Solomon Northup was a farmer and a musician who was taken hostage and sold into slavery in 1841. In his first year of freedom, Northup wrote and published a memoir, Twelve Years a Slave (1853). It was Solomon's fortune, during his captivity, to be owned by several masters. The treatment he received while at the "Pine Woods" shows that among slaveholders there are men of humanity as well as of cruelty. Some of them are spoken of with emotions of gratitude - others in a spirit of bitterness. It is believed that the following account of his experience on Bayou Boeuf presents a correct picture of Slavery, in all its lights and shadows. This premium edition comes with a beautiful Easy-to-Read layout which makes reading comfortable.

The memoir recounts Solomon Northup's harrowing journey from freedom to enslavement after being kidnapped in Washington D.C. and sold into slavery in New Orleans. A talented violinist and landowner, he endured 12 years of bondage before a Canadian worker helped secure his freedom. This poignant narrative not only highlights the brutal realities of slavery but also serves as a significant historical document. The new edition includes an introduction by Frederick Douglass, making it a vital read for those interested in American history.

The memoir recounts Solomon Northup's harrowing experience of being kidnapped and sold into slavery, despite being a free man in New York. Over twelve years, he endured brutal conditions and inhumane treatment on Southern plantations. Northup's narrative not only highlights the horrors of slavery but also serves as a powerful testament to resilience and the quest for freedom. His story played a significant role in the abolitionist movement, shedding light on the realities of slavery in America.