Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter
'Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter' Summary
Josephine Brown's Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter is a gripping and inspiring account of the life of William Wells Brown, an escaped slave who became a leading abolitionist and writer. Brown's daughter, Josephine, tells the story of her father's journey from slavery to freedom, and his tireless fight to end slavery in America.
William Wells Brown was born into slavery in Kentucky in 1818. He escaped from slavery in 1834 and traveled to the North, where he became a leading abolitionist speaker and writer. Brown's writings were widely read, and he helped to raise awareness of the abolitionist cause.
Brown's daughter, Josephine, was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1839. She was educated at the New York Central College in McGrawville, New York. Josephine was also a writer, and she published her own book, The Black Man: His Antecedents, His Genius, and His Achievements, in 1863.
Josephine Brown's Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter was published in 1856. The book was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to further raise awareness of the abolitionist cause. The book is a moving account of William Wells Brown's life, and it provides a valuable glimpse into the experiences of enslaved people in America.
Essence and Spirit of the Book
The essence and spirit of Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter is one of hope and resilience. Brown's story is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a better future. It is also a reminder that we all have the power to make a difference in the world.
Conclusion
Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter by Josephine Brown is a classic work of American literature. It is a book that will stay with readers long after they finish reading it.
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Elizabeth Josephine Brown (June 12, 1839 – January 16, 1874) was the daughter and biographer of escaped African-American slave William Wells Brown and his first wife Elizabeth Schooner. She was born i...
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