Clotelle - Brown, William Wells
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"Clotelle: a Tale of the Southern States" by William Wells Brown is a powerful work of historical fiction exploring the complexities of slavery in the United States South. As a significant contribution to African American literature, the novel delves into the lives of those impacted by this brutal institution. Brown's narrative offers a glimpse into the experiences of African American families during a tumultuous period in American history. This edition meticulously reproduces the original text, allowing readers to immerse themselves in an authentic portrayal of the era. "Clotelle" remains a…mehr

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"Clotelle: a Tale of the Southern States" by William Wells Brown is a powerful work of historical fiction exploring the complexities of slavery in the United States South. As a significant contribution to African American literature, the novel delves into the lives of those impacted by this brutal institution. Brown's narrative offers a glimpse into the experiences of African American families during a tumultuous period in American history. This edition meticulously reproduces the original text, allowing readers to immerse themselves in an authentic portrayal of the era. "Clotelle" remains a vital and enduring story, relevant for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of abolition, slavery, and its profound social impact. A compelling and historically important work that continues to resonate. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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William Wells Brown was an African American author, abolitionist, and lecturer born in 1814. He is best known for his book "The Escape; or, A Leap for Freedom," which was published in 1858. His work "the escape or a leap for freedom" is a fictionalized account of Brown's own escape from slavery in Kentucky in 1834. Brown was a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement and used his writing to speak out against slavery and racism. In addition to "The Escape," he wrote several other books, including a memoir titled "Narrative of William W. Brown, a Fugitive Slave" and a play called "The Escape; or, A Leap to Freedom." William Wells Brown was an important figure in American history and his writing played a significant role in the fight against slavery and for the rights of African Americans. "The Escape" remains a powerful and important work today, offering insight into the experiences of those who lived through slavery and the fight for freedom.