The History of Mary Prince

A West Indian Slave - With the Supplement, The Narrative of Asa-Asa, A Captured African

Autori

• Mary Prince

Parametri

Pagine

80pagine

Tempo di lettura

3ore

• Autobiografie e memorie
• Biografie e pensieri
• Classici
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of the abolitionist movement, this autobiography recounts the harrowing experiences of a woman born into slavery in Bermuda. After escaping to London, she shares her life story, making it the first published account of a black woman's life in Great Britain. The narrative not only highlights her struggles and resilience but also includes the editor's commentary and an additional narrative of another captured African. Its powerful message resonated widely, leading to significant popularity and multiple printings.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

(In brossura)