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The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave: Containing His History of 25 Years in Bondage, and His Providential Escape

1856

John Thompson

The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave: Containing His History of 25 Years in Bondage, and His Providential Escape

The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave: Containing His History of 25 Years in Bondage, and His Providential Escape

John Thompson

1856

Biographies, History - American

''The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave'' is a biography written by John Thompson and first published in 1856. It recounts his 25 years of enslavement in Maryland and his eventual escape to the North. The narrative highlights the brutal realities of plantation life, including family separations and physical abuse, while also reflecting on Thompson's spiritual resilience and hope for freedom. This work is notable for its firsthand perspective on the experiences of enslaved African Americans and the complexities of their lives during the 19th century.

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