Narrative of the Life Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass audiobook

Narrative of the Life Frederick Douglass: An American Slave

By Frederick Douglass
Read by Raymond Hearn

Ascent Audio 9781469063140

Unabridged

Format : Library CD (In Stock)
  • ISBN: 9798200611928

  • ISBN: 9798200611911

  • ISBN: 9798200611935

Runtime: 4.21 Hours
Category: Nonfiction/Biography
Audience: Adult
Language: English

Summary

Summary

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.

Reviews

Reviews

Author

Author Bio: Frederick Douglass

Author Bio: Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass (1818–1895), né Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey, was born into slavery in Maryland. Upon successfully escaping slavery—on his third attempt—in 1838, Douglass became one of the key leaders of the abolitionist movement in the United States. An extremely gifted orator, he repeatedly risked his own freedom as an antislavery speaker, writer, and statesman. A firm believer in equality for all people, including Native Americans, women, and immigrants, Douglass was also an activist in the women’s suffrage movement. He died in Washington DC, shortly after he attended a meeting of the National Council of Women, where he had received a standing ovation for his enormous contribution to human rights.

Titles by Author

See All

Author Bio: Frederick Douglas

Author Bio: Frederick Douglas

Titles by Author

Details

Details

Available Formats : CD, Library CD, MP3 CD
Category: Nonfiction/Biography
Runtime: 4.21
Audience: Adult
Language: English