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Olaudah Equiano

The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, the African

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1789

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Olaudah Equiano's The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, the African is lauded for its vivid firsthand account of enslavement and freedom, providing valuable historical insights. Some critics note the prose can feel dated, but the narrative's emotional impact and historical significance remain compelling.

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Who Should Read The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, the African?

Readers who appreciate The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, the African are often drawn to firsthand accounts of historical events, particularly those related to slavery and abolition. Similar to Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, it offers a profound, personal insight into these pivotal topics.

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14+years

Book Details

Topics
Race / Racism
History: African
Themes
Values/Ideas: Equality
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil
Identity: Race