Frederick Douglass: Leader Against SlaveryDespite being a slave, Frederick Douglass learned to read and write. At age 21, he escaped from slavery and created a new life for himself as a free man. Intelligent and charismatic, Douglass became the leading voice against slavery in the 1800s. "There is no way a nation can call itself free and accept slavery," he said. The McKissacks' lively, easy-to-read text highlights the importance of this internationally known author and orator. |
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Frederick Douglass: Fighter Against Slavery Patricia Mckissack,Fredrick Mckissack Limited preview - 1991 |
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Frederick Douglass: Fighter Against Slavery Patricia Mckissack,Fredrick Mckissack Limited preview - 2013 |
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