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Twelve Years A Slave

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The narrative recounts the harrowing experience of a free colored man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in 1841. Over twelve years of bondage on a Louisiana cotton plantation, he endures unimaginable suffering and hardship. His compelling story not only highlights the brutal realities of slavery but also serves as a vital companion to "Uncle Tom's Cabin," providing a personal account that enhances the understanding of this dark chapter in American history.

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Language
English
Released
2018
Format
Paperback
Pages
156
ISBN13
9783849678708
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Original title
Twelve years a slave
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The narrative recounts the harrowing experience of a free colored man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in 1841. Over twelve years of bondage on a Louisiana cotton plantation, he endures unimaginable suffering and hardship. His compelling story not only highlights the brutal realities of slavery but also serves as a vital companion to "Uncle Tom's Cabin," providing a personal account that enhances the understanding of this dark chapter in American history.