My Bondage and My Freedom : The Powerful Autobiography of Frederick Douglass

From slavery to self-liberation—one of the most powerful voices in American history.

My Bondage and My Freedom is the second and most detailed autobiography by Frederick Douglass, the iconic abolitionist, orator, and former slave. This monumental work chronicles his life from childhood in bondage to his bold escape and rise as one of the most influential voices for justice in 19th-century America.

Written with unmatched clarity and force, this memoir explores the psychological effects of slavery, the transformative power of literacy, and the unbreakable will to be free.

🗝️ This edition includes:

The complete, unabridged 1855 text

Clean, Kindle-optimized formatting

A preface by Douglass himself and endorsements by contemporary voices

📚 Essential for students, historians, and anyone seeking to understand the soul of America's fight for freedom.

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