Former slave and abolitionist Frederick Douglass, in his own wordsConsidered to be the most famous work written by a former slave, this memoir, first published in 1845 set the tone for the American abolitionist movement. Within four months of its publication, it had sold more than five thousand copies. The book not only describes Douglass life as a slave, but it also reveals his tremendous journey to becoming a free man.This edition featuresa new introduction. The Knickerbocker Classics bring together the works of classic authors from around the world in stunning gift editions to be collected and enjoyed. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed cloth-bound hardcovers feature a slipcase and ribbon marker, as well as a comprehensive introduction providing the reader with enlightening information on the authors life and works.
| ISBN: | 9780760355466 |
| Publication date: | 1st March 2017 |
| Author: | Douglass, Frederick |
| Publisher: | Race Point Publishing |
| Format: | Ebook |