• Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave

  • By: Frederick Douglass
  • Narrated by: Stephen Gillikin
  • Length: 3 hrs and 50 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (4 ratings)

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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave

By: Frederick Douglass
Narrated by: Stephen Gillikin
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Former slave, impassioned abolitionist, brilliant writer, newspaper editor and eloquent orator whose speeches fired the abolitionist cause, Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) led an astounding life. Physical abuse, deprivation and tragedy plagued his early years, yet through sheer force of character he was able to overcome these obstacles to become a leading spokesman for his people. In this, the first and most frequently read of his three autobiographies, Douglass provides graphic descriptions of his childhood and horrifying experiences as a slave as well as a harrowing record of his dramatic escape to the North and eventual freedom.

Published in 1845 to quell doubts about his origins - since few slaves of that period could write - the narrative is admired today for its extraordinary passion, sensitive and vivid descriptions and storytelling power. It belongs in the library of anyone interested in African-American history and the life of one of the country's most courageous and influential champions of civil rights. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

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Different words, Different Voice

The narrators voice is incredibly white for a book written by a slave. It seems to be appropriated to the audience they are targeting. I guess this is a bit like Frederick Douglass’ telling, targeted to non-slave holders.
Lots of words are changed in the narrative that I don’t think should have been, although the language is a bit difficult because of the time period, the narrative helps get through some of the harder to recognize English of the time.

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Excellent book, however, I was disappointed that the word “nigger” was replaced with explorative. It took away from the story.

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