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The narrative delves into the profound impact of education on the self-awareness and aspirations of an enslaved individual. The character's realization, prompted by another's words, highlights the transformative power of literacy, which threatens the institution of slavery by fostering discontent and a desire for freedom. This moment ignites a journey of awakening, challenging the oppressive norms and illuminating the struggle for identity and autonomy amidst the harsh realities of enslavement.
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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, Frederick Douglass
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
- Subtitle
- An American Slave
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Frederick Douglass
- Publisher
- Cosimo Classics
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 96
- ISBN13
- 9781605204284
- Category
- Ethnography, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The narrative delves into the profound impact of education on the self-awareness and aspirations of an enslaved individual. The character's realization, prompted by another's words, highlights the transformative power of literacy, which threatens the institution of slavery by fostering discontent and a desire for freedom. This moment ignites a journey of awakening, challenging the oppressive norms and illuminating the struggle for identity and autonomy amidst the harsh realities of enslavement.