Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
by Frederick Douglass
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 55.6K reader ratings. First published in 1845. The book spans 158 pages.
About Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Born a slave in 1818 on a plantation in Maryland, Douglass taught himself to read and write. In 1845, seven years after escaping to the North, he published Narrative, the first of three autobiographies. This book calmly but dramatically recounts the horrors and the accomplishments of his early years—the daily, casual brutality of the white masters; his painful efforts to educate himself; his decision to find freedom or die; and his harrowing but successful escape.An astonishing orator and a skillful writer, Douglass became a newspaper editor, a political activist, and an eloquent spokesperson for the civil rights of African Americans. He lived through the Civil War, the end of slavery, and the beginning of segregation. He was celebrated internationally as the leading black intellectual of his day, and his story still resonates in ours.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Frederick Douglass |
| Published | 1845 |
| Pages | 158 |
| Kindle Price | $0.0 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, History, Classics, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 55,576 |
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What genre is Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass?
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is categorized as Non-Fiction, History, Classics, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass worth reading?
Based on 55.6K reader ratings, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass?
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass has 158 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass?
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass was written by Frederick Douglass. It was first published in 1845.
What is the ISBN for Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass?
The ISBN-13 for Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is 9781580495770.0.
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