Twelve Years A Slave by Solomon Northup
Narrative of Solomon Northup, a Citizen of New-York, Kidnapped in Washington City in 1841, and Rescued in 1853, from a Cotton Plantation Near the Red River, in Louisiana
This harrowing memoir recounts the true story of a free African American man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War United States. Over the course of twelve grueling years, he endures the brutal realities of plantation life in the South, facing unimaginable hardships and cruelty. Despite the oppressive conditions, he maintains hope and resilience, ultimately securing his freedom through a series of fortuitous events and the unwavering support of allies. The narrative serves as a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity for endurance and the relentless pursuit of justice and freedom.
- Published
- 1853
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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