The Interesting Narrative Of The Life Of Olaudah Equiano

Name: The Interesting Narrative Of The Life Of Olaudah Equiano
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By Olaudah Equiano

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The interesting narrative of the life of Olaudah Equiano or Gustavus Vassa The African is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The narrative follows an African man who is captured as a child and sold into the transatlantic slave trade, enduring the horrors of forced labor before securing his freedom. His journey explores identity, resilience, and the fight for human dignity while also serving as a firsthand indictment of the slave trade. He provides a detailed look into African customs before his abduction, highlighting the contrast between his early life and the brutal reality of enslavement. His separation from his family, particularly his sister, marks the beginning of a painful transition from freedom to captivity. The vivid descriptions of his experiences aboard the slave ship and his introduction to the dehumanizing system of slavery serve as powerful testimony against its cruelty. His journey through multiple masters, his exposure to European culture, and his eventual path to self-determination reflect the complexities of survival, adaptation, and the pursuit of justice.

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Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 170
Release Date:: 2025-04-01
Publication Date:: 2025-04-01
Publisher:: Double 9 Books
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 9371135840
ISBN13:: 9789371135849
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 223 g
Height:: 140 cm
Width:: 216 cm
Thickness:: 9 cm

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