Bøger af William Wells Brown
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184,95 - 333,95 kr. ""A Narrative of William W. Brown: A Fugitive Slave Written by Himself"" is an autobiographical account of the life of William Wells Brown, a former slave who escaped to freedom in the North. The book details Brown's experiences as a slave, including his brutal treatment at the hands of his various masters, his escape to freedom, and his subsequent efforts to help other slaves escape to the North. Brown's narrative is a powerful indictment of the institution of slavery and a testament to the courage and resilience of those who fought against it. The book is an important historical document that provides a firsthand account of the horrors of slavery and the struggle for freedom in America.""Brother, you have often declared that you would not end your days in slavery. I see no possible way in which you can escape with us; and now, brother, you are on a steamboat where there is some chance for you to escape to a land of liberty. I beseech you not to let us hinder you. If we cannot get our liberty, we do not wish to be the means of keeping you from a land of freedom.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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86,95 kr. Originally published in 1847, William W. Brown offers a first-person narrative that details his enslavement and the daring escape that ultimately led to his freedom. It''s a captivating tale and testament to the perseverance and strength of the human spirit. In this narrative, William W. Brown presents the true story of his birth and life as an enslaved African American. He provides a truthful look at his origins, noting the unfortunate dynamic between his Black mother and white father. Brown goes into great detail explaining the rules and regulations of plantation life. He also discusses working on a steamboat, which eventually leads to his escape. Narrative of William W. Brown is a sobering story that illuminates the horrors of an inhumane institution. It''s personal and vital record that gives insight into the darkest time in American history. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Narrative of William W. Brown is both modern and readable.
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147,95 - 348,95 kr. Fling out the Anti-slavery flag On every swelling breeze; And let its folds wave o'er the land, And o'er the raging seas, Till all beneath the standard sheet, With new allegiance bow.
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245,95 kr. The Negro in the American Rebellion - His Heroism and his Fidelity is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1867.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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167,95 kr. Clotelle; The Colored Heroine, a tale of the Southern States - The President's Daughter is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition .Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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229,95 kr. The Black Man - His Antecedents, His Genius and His Achievements is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1863.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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- Or The Antecedents And Advancement Of The Colored Race (1882)
444,95 - 598,95 kr. The Rising Son: Or The Antecedents And Advancement Of The Colored Race is a book written by William Wells Brown in 1882. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and progress of the African American community in the United States. It covers topics such as slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the achievements of prominent African American figures. Brown also discusses the challenges faced by the African American community, including racism and discrimination, and offers his perspective on how these issues can be addressed. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the African American community and the struggle for civil rights in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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103,95 - 198,95 kr. Born into slavery, Clotel is a white-passing woman who conceals her identity and uses a disguise to infiltrate a plantation to rescue her loved ones. It's a story of survival that's deeply rooted in the cruelest part of American history. Clotel and Althesa are the illegitimate daughters of Thomas Jefferson and a slave woman named Currer. Despite their father's elite status, the girls are sold into slavery but attempt to use their fair complexions to their advantage. Clotel takes it a step further, dressing as a white man to emancipate her daughter who was sold against her will. Clotel; or, The President's Daughter: A Narrative of Slave Life in the United States is an American tragedy that explores generational trauma. William Wells Brown, who's considered the first African American novelist, uses his personal experience to illustrate the horrors of bondage. It's a heartbreaking tale that tests the undeniable power of the human spirit. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Clotel; or, The President's Daughter: A Narrative of Slave Life in the United States is both modern and readable.
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118,95 kr. This is the story of Clotel and her sister, the fictional slave daughters of Thomas Jefferson, and their attempt to escape and find freedom. William Wells Brown wrote this novel in 1853
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138,95 kr. At the age of 20, William Wells Brown escaped a life of slavery and found freedom on the banks of the Ohio River. He became an ardent abolitionist and a prolific writer. This play, published in 1858, may very well be the first piece of dramatic literature written by an African American
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