The Life of Olaudah Equiano: Or Gustavus Vassa, the African (1837) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120897558)

The Life Of Olaudah Equiano: Or Gustavus Vassa, The African (1837) is an autobiographical account of the life of Olaudah Equiano, a former slave who became a prominent abolitionist in the late 18th century. The book was first published in 1789 and has since been reprinted numerous times.In the book, Equiano describes his early life in West Africa, his capture and enslavement at the age of 11, and his experiences as a slave in the British colonies of Virginia, Georgia, and the Caribbean. He also recounts his eventual purchase of his own freedom, his travels as a sailor and merchant, and his involvement in the abolitionist movement in England.Throughout the book, Equiano provides a vivid and detailed account of the horrors of the transatlantic slave trade, including the brutal treatment of slaves, the cramped and unsanitary conditions aboard slave ships, and the psychological trauma inflicted upon those who were forcibly separated from their families and homes.Equiano's book was instrumental in raising awareness of the horrors of slavery and the need for its abolition. It remains a powerful testament to the resilience and courage of those who were enslaved, and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.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.

Author: Olaudah Equiano
ISBN-10: 1120897556
ISBN-13: 9781120897558
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/29/2010
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d