Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave #317755

An autobiographical account of the life of Frederick Douglass, a former slave who became a leading abolitionist in the United States. The book details Douglass' early life as a slave, including the physical and psychological abuse he endured, and his eventual escape to freedom. The narrative also explores the broader themes of slavery, racism, and social justice, and the impact these had on Douglass and his contemporaries. Through his personal story, Douglass sheds light on the reality of life for slaves in the 19th century and makes a powerful case for the abolition of slavery.