Author: Northup, Solomon
Synopsis:
In "Twelve Years a Slave," Solomon Northup, a free African American man living in New York, is suddenly kidnapped and sold into slavery in Washington City in 1841. Stripped of his identity and freedom, he is forced to work on a cotton plantation near the Red River in Louisiana for twelve long years. Throughout his harrowing journey, Northup endures unimaginable cruelty, witnessing the dehumanizing treatment of his fellow slaves and struggling to maintain hope in the face of despair. However, his resilience and determination ultimately lead to a chance at freedom.
Genres: Biography, Memoir, Historical
Themes: Slavery, Identity, Freedom, Resilience
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