Frederick Douglass

The Life of Frederick Douglass

The true story of Frederick Douglas, a man who grew up in slavery and fought to survive its cruelties. This memoir follows Douglas' memories and experiences as he grows up in the South, learns how to read and write, and, eventually, plots his escape to the South and to freedom. A classic of American literature, this memoir delves into the realities of slavery in America and stands as a reminder of the horrors that must be recalled to avoid being repeated.