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What are readers saying about The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave (Barnes & Noble Classics)?
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-11-19 02:00:59.
(Language: English)
   
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John posted a review at 2009-05-25 08:15:13.
(Language: English)
This book gave me a wonderful perspective on the life of a slave in early America. I can not believe I did not read this book during my years in the Maryland school system. It should be a must read.
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Brendan posted a review at 2010-01-08 09:43:03.
(Language: English)
I read this for a college class. This is very short and very easy and a somewhat interesting story. It is quite spectacular to read the events that led up to his escape. It is good for a school book but it is not a type of book I would go out on my own to read for pleasure.
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-12-11 12:35:04.
(Language: English)
Had to read it for summer reading, but it wasn't difficult. Actually, I pretty much liked the book because it gave you insight on the world of a former slave. It was very fascinating to realize how articulate he was for someone who had to mostly teach himself how to read. Frederick Douglass was courageous for publishing it during a time when he could have been imprisoned for such honesty.
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-08-04 05:43:20.
(Language: English)
I couldn't put this book down once I started.Fredrick Douglass literally lived two entirely different lives, his beginnings as a 10 yr old conning his master to run errands so he could learn how to read when he went into town. To the polar opposite as he delivered some of the most galvanizing speeches concerning the abolishment of slavery. He also was of the Christian faith which highlighted the authenticity and depth of his relationship with God as he dealt with insourmountable odds to reach his goal for freedom for himself and his people.A must read!
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A Reader posted a review at 2007-11-03 04:35:36.
(Language: English)
I never knew much about Frederick Douglass, but the detail with which he recounts his days in slavery is remarkable, and the attached emotions to his sentences is even more so. I actually didn't mind reading this book at all, even though it was assigned in my AP English class. I very much enjoyed digesting all of the information Douglass gave about his ties and life as a slave, and was interested in his thoughts on the ones who helped him escape.
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-08-09 05:04:56.
(Language: English)
a shocking view into the life of an American hero. freed by his own hand from the bondage of slavery Fredrick Douglas writes with deep introspection and startling compassion on the subject. bringing into question societal constructs of race, religion, psychology, and economy. written in 1845--eloquent and hauntingly modern in its presentation and timbre. this mans words should be a standard in our youth education of American History.
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posted a review at 2009-09-30 05:26:55.
(Language: English)
Recently re-read this. The first time I read it I was in College and reading it now I get so much more out it
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-11-26 10:07:20.
(Language: English)
great
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-05-16 05:32:28.
(Language: English)
Great book for a Civil War/Slavery unit. The notes will help students have a better understanding of this particular time period in our country's history, as well as how we are still being affected by what happened.
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-11-12 04:49:52.
(Language: English)
Not even really sure what to say, incredible what this man went through just to learn to read and write. He's a true hero and a must read for everyone.
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-11-13 01:19:25.
(Language: English)
Simply remarkable. That a man who secretly taught himself to read should become such a master of prose and rhetorical champion for the cause of liberty speaks to the very best of the human spirit within us all.
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-09-12 10:18:42.
(Language: English)
Douglass' story provides a socio-historical lens with which to understand the ideology and impacts of slavery. It de-mystifies notions of passive, complacent and ignorant Black Africans, while at the same time accurately portraying the range of White slave owners. Some who were hateful, and others who were slaves themselves to a poor ideology spawned by false -perceptions of superiority and worth. These perceptions are not our own...but as implied by Douglass, it is characteristic of evil. Douglass' poignantly demonstrates the power unleashed by Truth, knowledge and understanding...
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-04-23 08:50:11.
(Language: English)
This book details the life of Frederick Douglas from his birth as the master's child, through his suffering and determination to be free, and his final success in that endeavor. Reading about his life brought me a great deal of sadness, as the atrocities of slavery were revealed. Knowing that there is more slavery in the world today than any other time in the world made this book really strike home. We're lucky to have this narrative to remind us of how cruel and self-serving mankind can truly be, without God's presence in our hearts.
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-07-21 11:40:08.
(Language: English)
Never before have I read such a graphic description of the treatment of American slaves. In the book, Frederick Douglass documents many ways in which masters degraded or killed slaves. He says one slave literally had his brains knocked out. The murderer boasted of his deeds and of course went unpunished. When Douglass was bought by a woman he described as being kind and openhearted, she started teaching him how to read. But the power of slave ownership changed her and she too became harsh and cruel. Douglass spoke of the affect the ill treatment had on him. ‘I was broken in body, soul, and spirit, my intellect languished… the disposition to read departed.’ Douglass mentions in the book that white men sometimes sold their mulatto children so they wouldn’t be the ones to inflict physical pain upon them. When Douglass fights back after being mercilessly whipped on one occasion, his abusive slave master keeps the incident quiet in order to maintain his reputation. The autobiography is brutally honest and vivid, made all the more surreal by its ending. This is a must read story that brings to life one of America’s most shameful legacies.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-01-15 04:54:48.
(Language: English)
powerful
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A Reader posted a review at 2008-02-11 08:24:48.
(Language: English)
"You have seen how a man was made a slave; you shall see how a slave was made a man." It is with acute insight and unyielding clarity that Douglass describes his feelings, experiences, and ultimate emancipation from slavery. The reader is taken into his mind - his doubts of ever being free, his fight with Mr. Covey, and his lost of hope.I read an excerpt of this book with my students, and it is amazing how alive Douglass seems to them through his writing. The students enjoy learning about Frederick Douglass - and as such, they are given a glimpse into one of the most poignant stories in regards to the triumph of the human spirit.
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Adrian posted a review at 2009-11-12 06:24:04.
(Language: English)
Frederick Douglass has been the abolitionist who thought it petty to ask on the behalf of freedom from slavery. Having been the victim and witness to these crucial events in American history, he sought to make them known before as much Americans as he was able. Self taught man with an majestic look, his melodious voice rang like mighty oceans echoing triumphantly the freedom from the fetters from which he came. This Book should be read by all Americans as it exposes in clarity and in strange modern day style the era in which we frown upon in contempt but which also made us the America we are today.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-08-25 07:35:30.
(Language: English)
Outstanding read. This was an amazing human being on so many levels. His writing style was easy to follow. He didn't dwell on details, but included all the info you needed get his point across. I am looking forward to reading his other works on my kindle.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-06-20 12:28:24.
(Language: English)
What an inspiring man!
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A Reader posted a review at 2011-12-10 11:54:24.
(Language: English)
This woman had amazing strength and courage to save her children from the grip of slavery. I am glad that took the time to read this book. It is an important history lesson about the roots of slavery and the evils it was and caused.
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A Reader posted a review at 2009-10-16 07:19:41.
(Language: English)
An inspiration for self improvement and freedom
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Christy posted a review at 2009-07-09 05:51:41.
(Language: English)
By far, the best slave narrative I have ever read. Douglass rose above abuse, oppression, bigotry and every other unsavory side-effect of the dispicable institution known as slavery to become an incredibly intelligent, well-spoken advocate for African-Americans across the world. With a modicum of help of the wife of one of his masters, and some bribery with sugar with some local children to help him learn his ABC's, Douglass kickstarted his own way to becoming a fluent reader and writer and in turn, an inspiration to anyone out there facing the most trivial circumstances, proving that you can survive and make a name for yourself in this cruel world.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-06-20 06:48:56.
(Language: English)
Such a sad, but honest portrayal of slavery. I was surprised at how easy it was to read. Well, it was hard in term of emotions. I couldn't put it down.
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