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My Bondage and My Freedom

By: Frederick Douglass, Dr. James M'Cune Smith - introduction
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This is ex-slave Frederick Douglass' second autobiography. It was written after 10 years of reflection following his legal emancipation in 1846, and his break with his mentor, William Lloyd Garrison, catapulted Douglass into the international spotlight as the foremost spokesman for American blacks, both freed and slave.

Written during his celebrated career as a newspaper editor and speaker, My Bondage and My Freedom reveals the author of the Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, written in 1845, has grown more mature, forceful, analytical, and complex, with a deepened commitment to the fight for equal rights and liberties.

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I hated the narrator at first very much, almost quit. but it was so interesting I kept going, and about half way thru started liking the narration as well. By the end of the book I had concluded he was the perfect narrator for this book. You really shouldn't have a discussion on anything antebellum until you read this.

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An ingenious intellectual and emotional tour de force.
Stirring and dread-inducing and heartwarming and uplifting and Ennobling.
It is astonishing to note that Frederick Douglass invented new literary techniques in this book.
What an uncommonly gifted writer.
It really was one of the great joys of my life to read.

A GREAT JOY

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The narrator really made me feel as if Mr. Douglas were reading the story himself. Eloquently written, this story has made me go down the rabbit hole of Frederick Douglas. Highly recommended

Heartbreaking and inspiring

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Attending grade school in the south in the 60s, Fredrick Douglas was seldom mentioned and never explained, and what a loss for me and others like me. He was eloquent and his insights ring true today.

A history I was never taught

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This book is so inspiring! What an amazing man. People today who blame others for not succeeding in life should really read this book.

What a legacy

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While I fully enjoyed the history, it's clear that Mr. Douglass was a far more intelligent man than I am. I'd have to say that the times when I had to pay extra attention to follow were due to my personal lack of literary acuity.
I did have trouble some times picturing him because he usually lacks to mention his age in many circumstances.
I also did not like the voice of the reader. It wasn't until I was 75% through the book that his voice, delivered with lack of emotion and with constant monotone, grew own me.
All that said, it was a very well crafted novel, with history and truth of the utmost importance. Mr. Douglass is a true hero.

Mixed emotions.

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I find it hard to have conversations on issues regarding slavery and current issues in American when a vast majority of people have no real historical reference point. This book will be a great start to defining and understanding the true North as we all move through this racial wildernesses in America.

Must read!

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A must read or listen to by every freeman, colored or uncolored. This book reminds me why Mr. Orielli with Fox new was satisfied with the well fed slaves who built the White House. Sad to see the master mentality alive and well paid in today's media.

Steve Tafor.MD

How I wish I read this 10 years ago.

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Great classic that everyone should read. Direct, honest, and real. Well written and gets to the heart of a life and struggle.

Great Classic

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I found the narrator compelling and think that had Douglas himself read his book to us it would have been in the same measured tone. The appalling story needs no emotional addition to be effective.

EXCELLENT

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