Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass
This autobiographical book provides a first-hand account of the life of a former slave, chronicling his experiences from his early years in bondage, his struggle to teach himself to read and write, his daring escape to freedom, and his subsequent rise as a prominent abolitionist. The narrative is a powerful exploration of the physical and psychological effects of slavery, making it a significant work in American history.
The 614th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1845
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 100-150
- Words
- 30,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 8th on The Best Southern Nonfiction of All Time (Oxford American)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- The Graphic Canon (Book)
- The 100 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (The Guardian)
- The 50 Most Influential Books of All Time (Open Education Database)
- Books That Shaped America (Library of Congress)
- The College Board: 101 Great Books Recommended for College-Bound Readers (The College Board, an American not-for-profit organization)
- The Well-Educated Mind (Book)