Narrative of the Life Frederick Douglass: An American Slave

Frederick Douglas

Oct 2015 · Ascent Audio · Narrated by Raymond Hearn

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4 hr 12 min

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This classic of American literature, a dramatic autobiography of the early life of an American slave, was first published in 1845, when its author had just achieved his freedom. It is a story that shocked the world with its first-hand account of the horrors of slavery. The book was an incredible success. It sold over thirty thousand copies and was an international bestseller. His eloquence gives a clear indication of the powerful principles that led Douglas to become the first great African-American leader in the United States.

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4.8

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Brandon Burgh

March 22, 2018

Very detailish & showed a gruesome way of existence as a slave. Also showed great intelligent & wits on how to escape it

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