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Lifetime: 1789 - 1883 Passed: ≈ 141 years ago

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Josiah Henson

Books by Josiah Henson

Life of Josiah Henson, Formerly a Slave, Now an Inhabitant of Canada, as Narrated by Himself Cover image

Life of Josiah Henson, Formerly a Slave, Now an Inhabitant of Canada, as Narrated by Himself

History Memoir Non-Fiction Biography
19th century Slavery Escape Oppression Freedom Social Justice Human Rights Canada Personal narrative Underground Railroad Self-Liberation Inspiration for Uncle Tom's Cabin

Josiah Henson's autobiography, which became the inspiration for Harriet Beecher Stowe's 'Uncle Tom's Cabin,' chronicles his harrowing journey from slavery to freedom. Through vivid accounts of his life as an overseer, his arduous attempts to purchase...