Frederick Douglass, Henry Davis
Frederick Douglass, Henry Davis
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Frederick Douglass
The Incredible Biography of a Former Slave

Author: Henry Davis

Narrator: K. C. Wayman

Unabridged: 3 hr 2 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Flaneur Media

Published: 08/31/2019

Synopsis

One of America’s most famous anti-slavery advocates, Frederick Douglass is a man who has left a lasting and profound impact on both America, and the world.Now, inside this biography, you’ll learn about Douglass’ incredible life. From his time as a slave in Maryland to his journey to becoming one of America’s most influential and famous anti-slavery voices, you’ll discover how he taught himself to read, then went on to become a powerful speaker and oralist, and how he worked with the Underground Railroad to free slaves across the country.Including his early years, his travels across the United Kingdom and Ireland, and the speeches which changed the world, this biography is a powerful reminder of America’s history, and the people who dedicated their lives to fighting for freedom.Listen now to discover Frederick Douglass’ lifelong struggle against oppression and slavery, and the impact that lasts long after his passing.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Paul on February 26, 2023

Frederick Douglass’s extraordinary life receives a suitably inspiring exegesis in this fine, concise 1899 biography by the eminent author Charles W. Chesnutt – one great African American paying tribute to another. In his Preface for this biography, Chesnutt modestly states that he “can claim no speci......more

Goodreads review by Clay on March 11, 2020

A good biography that told the highlights of a great man.......more

Goodreads review by Jeremy on December 17, 2022

I’ve just listened to this book and I’ve never heard of Fredrick Douglass before. But after hearing it my interest in him grew. I had to research different statues of him around the US and was keenly interested in the places he visited while in England. A great man with a great desire for equality.......more

Goodreads review by Tani on August 05, 2009

This book changed my life. Frederick Douglass was a powerful and optimistic man despite all his challenges. This is THE book people should read if they want to understand slavery.......more

Goodreads review by Ayde on February 25, 2014

Frederick Douglass was really a fascinating character, and if the truth is for those who look for it, Douglas honored this. His statement about changing his view about dis-union speaks for him: "My first opinions were naturally derived and honestly entertained. Brought directly, when I escaped from......more

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