The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, The African

By Olaudah Equiano

"The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, The African, Written By Himself" stands as a powerful and enduring autobiography from the 18th century. Olaudah Equiano's meticulously detailed slave narrative offers a harrowing yet ultimately triumphant account of his life. Kidnapped from his African home and forced into slavery, Equiano recounts his experiences with unflinching honesty and vivid prose.

This remarkable historical document provides invaluable insight into the brutal realities of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade. Equiano's personal journey from enslavement to freedom is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and his unwavering pursuit of abolitionism. His story remains a crucial text for understanding the history of slavery, the fight for liberation, and the power of individual narrative to shape historical understanding. Experience firsthand the compelling story of a man who defied unimaginable odds to become a prominent voice in the fight against slavery.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023040131
• ISBN13: 9781023040136
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"