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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

An American Slave

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The narrative chronicles the life of Frederick Douglass, who was born into slavery in Maryland but learned to read and write as a young boy in Baltimore. After escaping to New York City in 1838, he married Anna Murray and adopted his new name. Douglass became a powerful orator and advocate for abolition, captivating audiences at the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society. His compelling speeches led skeptics to question his past, prompting him to write his autobiography to share his experiences as a former slave.

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Subtitle
An American Slave
Language
English
Released
2011
Format
Paperback
Pages
120
ISBN13
9781612030395
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The narrative chronicles the life of Frederick Douglass, who was born into slavery in Maryland but learned to read and write as a young boy in Baltimore. After escaping to New York City in 1838, he married Anna Murray and adopted his new name. Douglass became a powerful orator and advocate for abolition, captivating audiences at the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society. His compelling speeches led skeptics to question his past, prompting him to write his autobiography to share his experiences as a former slave.