12 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 gripping memoir recounts the harrowing true story of a free African American man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War United States. Over the course of twelve years, he endures unimaginable hardships and cruelty on Southern plantations, while never losing hope of regaining his freedom. Through resilience, intelligence, and the kindness of a few individuals, he ultimately secures his release and reunites with his family. The narrative offers a powerful and personal perspective on the brutal realities of slavery, serving as both a historical document and a testament to the human spirit.
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- Published
- 1853
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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