My Bondage and My Freedom (AmazonClassics Edition)

Explore the depths of Frederick Douglass's personal and societal struggle in "My Bondage and My Freedom (AmazonClassics Edition)." An insightful expansion on his earlier writings, this memoir delves into Douglass’s harrowing experiences under and eventual emergence from chattel slavery to his life as a prominent abolitionist speaker in the North. Through his powerful narrative, Douglass not only recounts the brutal realities of slavery but also articulates the profound impact of literacy and self-reliance in his quest for freedom. This edition is enriched with several of Douglass’s most influential speeches and essays, including poignant reflections on the Fourth of July and a compelling letter to his former master, making it an essential resource for understanding the historical and ongoing fight for racial justice. Published on January 5, 2021, this revised AmazonClassics Edition is a compelling read for those in adult education, stirring deep reflection and a renewed sense of urgency for universal emancipation and equity.