Douglass, Frederick
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199539079
- author:
- Douglass, Frederick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.8 x 0.8 cm
- Genre:
- Autobiography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Born into slavery in Maryland, Frederick Douglass's life story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and determination. In this powerful narrative, Douglass recounts his experiences as a slave, his struggle to educate himself, and his fight for freedom, all with unflinching honesty and passion. Written with striking biblical imagery, Douglass's account of his life as a slave is a fundamental anti-slavery text that continues to appeal to readers today. This new edition of his Narrative includes expert introductions, voluminous notes, and extracts from his primary sources, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of the author and his work. For over 100 years, Oxford World's Classics has made available a broad spectrum of literature from around the globe, and this edition of Douglass's Narrative is no exception.