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Twelve Years a Slave / Narrative of Solomon Northup, a Citizen of New-York, Kidnapped in Washington City in 1841, and Rescued in 1853, from a Cotton Plantation near the Red River in Louisiana

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Gutenberg ID
45631
Title
Twelve Years a Slave / Narrative of Solomon Northup, a Citizen of New-York, Kidnapped in Washington City in 1841, and Rescued in 1853, from a Cotton Plantation near the Red River in Louisiana
Language
en
Book source
Project Gutenberg
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Twelve Years a Slave is a memoir by Solomon Northup, detailing his experiences as a free black man kidnapped and sold into slavery in the 1840s. The book recounts his life on a Louisiana plantation, where he faced brutal treatment and witnessed the harsh realities of slavery.
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Twelve Years a Slave is the memoir of Solomon Northup, a free black man from New York who was kidnapped in 1841 and sold into slavery in Louisiana. The book recounts his experiences on several plantations, including Bayou Bœuf, where he was subjected to physical and emotional abuse by his owner, Edwin Epps. Despite the brutal conditions, Northup found moments of kindness and humanity among his fellow slaves. He also met a carpenter named Bass, who became a friend and helped him in his quest for freedom. After being rescued by Henry B. Northup, an agent appointed by the Governor of New York, Solomon returned to his family in Saratoga Springs, where he was reunited with his wife and children. The book is a powerful account of the horrors of slavery and the resilience of the human spirit. It has been widely praised for its vivid descriptions of life on a plantation and its portrayal of the cruel treatment of slaves by their owners. The book also highlights the importance of education and literacy in the fight against slavery, as Northup's ability to read and write ultimately led to his rescue. Overall, Twelve Years a Slave is a compelling and thought-provoking memoir that sheds light on one of the darkest periods in American history.
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4.2/5
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  • Solomon Northup
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  • Biography
  • Slavery
  • Plantation Life