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“E have men sold to build churches, women sold to support the gospel, and babes sold to purchase Bibles for the poor heathen, all for the glory of God and the good of souls. The slave auctioneer's bell and the church-going bell chime in with each other, and the bitter cries of the heart-broken slave are drowned in the religious shouts of his pious master. Revivals of religion and revivals in the slave trade go hand in hand.”

Quote by Frederick Douglass

Book:FREDERICK DOUGLASS’ NARRATIVE – Memoirs of an American Slave, Freedom Fighter & Statesman: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave & My Bondage and My Freedom
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FREDERICK DOUGLASS’ NARRATIVE – Memoirs of an American Slave, Freedom Fighter & Statesman: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave & My Bondage and My Freedom

Frederick Douglass’ Narrative is a powerful and influential memoir that recounts the author's experiences as a slave in the United States. The book provides a first-hand account of the harsh realities of slavery and Douglass's eventual escape to freedom. It also covers his journey to becoming an influential figure in the abolitionist movement and his contributions to American politics and society. more

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Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass was a renowned orator and writer, born into a slave family in Maryland, USA. He gained his freedom in the mid-19th century through self-education and became one of the leaders of the abolitionist movement. Douglass made significant contributions to the cause of equality and justice in the United States through his incisive speeches and writings, which exposed the cruelty of slavery and inspired countless people to join the abolitionist movement. more

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