Twelve Years A Slave

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The memoir recounts Solomon Northup's harrowing journey from freedom to enslavement after being kidnapped in Washington D.C. and sold into slavery in New Orleans. A talented violinist and landowner, he endured 12 years of bondage before a Canadian worker helped secure his freedom. This poignant narrative not only highlights the brutal realities of slavery but also serves as a significant historical document. The new edition includes an introduction by Frederick Douglass, making it a vital read for those interested in American history.