“It was unlawful, as well as unsafe, to teach a slave to read.”
Quote by Frederick Douglass
Work
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave: A Penguin Enriched eBook Classic
This classic work is a first-hand account of the life of Frederick Douglass, a former slave who rose to prominence as an abolitionist and writer. The book offers a profound and moving narrative of his journey from bondage to freedom, highlighting the harsh realities of slavery and the resilience of the human spirit. more
Author
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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