Frederick Douglass

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FREDERICK DOUGLASS Ultimate Collection: Autobiographies, 50+ Speeches, Articles & Letters (eBook, ePUB)

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In "FREDERICK DOUGLASS Ultimate Collection: Autobiographies, 50+ Speeches, Articles & Letters," Frederick Douglass presents a comprehensive compilation of his life's work, which embodies the quintessential struggle for freedom and equality. This extensive anthology includes his seminal autobiographies such as "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave," along with a robust selection of speeches, essays, and letters that illuminate the prevailing issues of his time. Douglass's literary style is marked by its eloquent rhetoric and passionate advocacy for abolition, employing both personal narrative and informed argumentation to dismantle the institution of slavery and champion civil rights, thus situating his work within the context of 19th-century American reform movements. Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, became a pivotal figure in American history, known not only for his escape from bondage but also for his articulate and uncompromising stance against oppression. His lived experiences as a slave shaped his worldview and fueled his resolve to educate and empower others. Douglass's remarkable journey as a self-taught scholar and orator positioned him as a leading voice in the abolitionist movement, making his writings not only a reflection of his life but a powerful call to action. This ultimate collection is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of American history and the enduring struggle for human rights. Readers will find Douglass's insights and eloquence not only compelling but deeply relevant to ongoing discussions about race and equality. This anthology serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of the written word to evoke change.

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Frederick Douglass (c.1818-1895), born Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey, was an iconic American abolitionist, orator, author, and social reformer. His legacy rests on his powerful advocacy for civil rights and his penetrating critiques of slavery and racial injustices through his articulately composed speeches and publications. Douglass was born into slavery in Maryland, but he escaped at the age of 20 and went on to become a leading voice for the abolition of slavery and for social justice. His first autobiography, 'Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave', published in 1845, is a seminal work in the American literary canon that unveiled the brutal realities of slavery to a broader audience. Douglass's literary style combines the eloquence of a trained orator with the passionate intensity of an emancipated slave striving to expose the inhumanity of the system that once owned him. His later autobiographies, 'My Bondage and My Freedom' (1855) and 'Life and Times of Frederick Douglass' (1881, revised in 1892), further detail his life journey and reflections on the antebellum era, Civil War, and the Reconstruction. Included in 'FREDERICK DOUGLASS Ultimate Collection: Autobiographies, 50+ Speeches, Articles & Letters' are not only his autobiographies but an array of his orations and writings that give insight into his political thoughts and reformist ideas. Douglass' work is characterized by its incisive analysis, narrative power, and its unyielding pursuit for freedom and equality. His contributions have enshrined him as a foundational figure in American history and literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 1483
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547752837
• Artikelnr.: 69547418