My Bondage and My Freedom (Autobiography)
Enriched edition. Part I – Life as a Slave; Part II – Life as a FreemanBy Frederick Douglass
Length15h 45m
About this audiobook
In 'My Bondage and My Freedom,' Frederick Douglass recounts his experiences as a slave and his journey to freedom, highlighting the brutality of slavery and the importance of education in achieving liberation. Douglass's powerful and eloquent prose vividly depicts the dehumanizing effects of slavery while also emphasizing the resilience and strength of the human spirit. This autobiography serves as a compelling critique of the institution of slavery and a testament to the power of self-education and self-determination. The book's literary style is marked by its keen observations, emotional depth, and sharp social commentary, making it a significant work in African American literature and American history. My Bondage and My Freedom is a must-read for anyone interested in the struggles of enslaved individuals and the fight for freedom in antebellum America.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.5 (13.1K)
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length15 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1My Bondage and My Freedom (Autobiography)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Author Biography
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6Introduction
7CHAPTER I. Childhood
8CHAPTER II. Removed from My First Home
9CHAPTER III. Parentage
10CHAPTER IV. A General Survey of the Slave Plantation
11CHAPTER V. Gradual Initiation to the Mysteries of Slavery
12CHAPTER VI. Treatment of Slaves on Lloyd’s Plantation
13CHAPTER VII. Life in the Great House
14CHAPTER VIII. A Chapter of Horrors
15CHAPTER IX. Personal Treatment
16CHAPTER X. Life in Baltimore
17CHAPTER XI. “A Change Came O’er the Spirit of My Dream”
18CHAPTER XII. Religious Nature Awakened
19CHAPTER XIII. The Vicissitudes of Slave Life
20CHAPTER XIV. Experience in St. Michael’s
21CHAPTER XV. Covey, the Negro Breaker
22CHAPTER XVI. Another Pressure of the Tyrant’s Vice
23CHAPTER XVII. The Last Flogging
24CHAPTER XVIII. New Relations and Duties
25CHAPTER XIX. The Run-Away Plot
26CHAPTER XX. Apprenticeship Life
27CHAPTER XXI. My Escape from Slavery
28CHAPTER XXII. Liberty Attained
29CHAPTER XXIII. Introduced to the Abolitionists
30CHAPTER XXIV. Twenty-One Months in Great Britain
31CHAPTER XXV. Various Incidents
32RECEPTION SPEECH10
33Dr. Campbell’s Reply
34LETTER TO HIS OLD MASTER11 To My Old Master, Thomas Auld
35THE NATURE OF SLAVERY
36INHUMANITY OF SLAVERY
37WHAT TO THE SLAVE IS THE FOURTH OF JULY?
38THE INTERNAL SLAVE TRADE
39THE SLAVERY PARTY
40THE ANTI-SLAVERY MOVEMENT
41Analysis
42Reflection
43Memorable Quotes
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