Once an unsung piece of literary history, the Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is an American classic in the slave narrative genre and its impact is still just as powerful as the day it was first printed. Originally published in 1845, Narrative chronicles Douglass’ experiences of oppression as a slave in the South, the bittersweet liberation of life as a free man in the North, and his rise to prominence as a leading abolitionist and orator. Douglass’ book gives a remarkable look into the extraordinary life of a slave and more importantly, a man who fought tirelessly for his freedom and the freedom of others. –nicholas robinson
