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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Contributor(s): Douglass, Frederick (Author)

ISBN: 0486284999 ISBN-13: 9780486284996
Publisher: Dover Publications

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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: April 1995
Annotation: Written more than a century ago by Frederick Douglass, a former slave who went on to become a famous orator, U.S. minister, and a leader of his people, this masterpiece is one of the most eloquent indictments of slavery ever recorded. Douglass's shocking narrative takes the reader into the world of the South's antebellum plantations and reveals the daily terrors he suffered as a slave, shedding invaluable light on one of the most unjust periods in the history of America. Published for the first time as a Signet Classic.

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Additional Information

BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Cultural, Ethnic & Regional - African American & Black
- Social Science | Ethnic Studies - African American Studies
- Biography & Autobiography | Historical

Dewey: B

LCCN: 94041994

Age Level: 11-UP

Grade Level: 6-UP

Lexile Measure: 1080(Not Available)

Series: Dover Thrift Editions

Physical Information: 0.3" H x 5" W x 7.8" L (0.18 lbs) 96 pages

Themes:
- Chronological Period - 19th Century
- Ethnic Orientation - African American
- Topical - Black History

Features: Ikids, Price on Product, Table of Contents

Accelerated Reader Info

Quiz #: 76092
Reading Level: 7.9 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 7.0

Descriptions, Reviews, Etc.

Publisher Description:
Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause, Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) led an astounding life. Physical abuse, deprivation and tragedy plagued his early years, yet through sheer force of character he was able to overcome these obstacles to become a leading spokesman for his people.
In this, the first and most frequently read of his three autobiographies, Douglass provides graphic descriptions of his childhood and horrifying experiences as a slave as well as a harrowing record of his dramatic escape to the North and eventual freedom.
Published in 1845 to quell doubts about his origins -- since few slaves of that period could write -- the Narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power. It belongs in the library of anyone interested in African-American history and the life of one of the country's most courageous and influential champions of civil rights.

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