Solomon Northup

Broschiertes Buch

12 Years a Slave: A True Story

Beschreibung

Explore one of the most compelling true narratives of American slavery. 12 Years a Slave is Solomon Northup's unforgettable memoir--detailing his abduction as a free man and the twelve harrowing years he spent in bondage. Delve into a powerful firsthand account of survival, injustice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. A searing reminder of a dark past, this timeless work continues to educate, challenge, and inspire. A voice that history could not silence. * Explore the brutal reality of slavery through a firsthand account. * Delve into the strength, dignity, and resilience of Solomon Northup. * Uncover a vital chapter of American history rarely taught in full. * Witness a true story that transcends time and speaks to justice. * Experience a gripping, unfiltered narrative that demands reflection.

Autor

"Born as a free man of colour in Minerva, New York, in July 1808, Solomon Northup received a decent education and worked at the family farm. He held numerous jobs, and charmed his audiences as a fiddler. In December 1829, he married Anne Hampton from whom he had three children. In 1841, Northup was tricked by two men who offered him a job and took him to Washington, D.C. where he was drugged and sold into slavery. He obtained freedom in January 1853, after being a slave for twelve years under several masters. The same year, he penned and published his memoir called Twelve Years a Slave. A slave narrative, it sold thirty thousand copies within three years of its publication, becoming a bestseller. Subsequently, Northup undertook lecture tours, speaking about slavery, and became an active abolitionist. His last public appearance was in 1857, after which he disappeared. Though the details of his later life are not known, he is believed to have died in 1863."

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Prakash Books
• Seitenzahl: 256
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Januar 2017
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 196mm x 126mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 159g
• ISBN-13: 9788175994478
• ISBN-10: 8175994479
• Artikelnr.: 68071242