Father Henson's Story Of His Own Life (1858)

Josiah Henson

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Father Henson's Story of His Own Life is an autobiography written by Josiah Henson, an African American who was born into slavery in Maryland in the late 18th century. The book was first published in 1858 and is considered a classic of African American literature.In the book, Henson recounts his experiences growing up as a slave, including the brutal treatment he and his family endured at the hands of their masters. He describes the various jobs he was forced to do, including working in the fields and as a house servant.Henson also details his escape from slavery and his journey to freedom in Canada. He became a prominent abolitionist and helped other slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad.The book provides a firsthand account of the horrors of slavery and the bravery of those who fought against it. It is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of those who fought for freedom and equality.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.

Book Details

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Publish Date: Aug 18th, 2008
Pages: 228
Language: English
Edition: undefined - undefined
Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.69in - 1.11lb
EAN: 9781436931328
Categories: • Cultural, Ethnic & Regional - General• United States - Civil War Period (1850-1877)• General