Book cover for Frederick Douglass and the Fourth of July
Description
On July 5th, 1852, Frederick Douglass, one of the greatest orators of all time, delivered what was arguably the century's most powerful abolition speech.& At a time of year where American freedom is celebrated across the nation, Douglass eloquently summoned the country to resolve the contradiction between slavery and the founding principles of& our country. In this book, James A. Colaiaco vividly recreates the turbulent historical context of Douglass' speech and delivers a colorful portrait of the country in the turbulent years leading to the civil war.& This book provides a fascinating new perspective on a critical time in American history.
Publisher Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN10 1403970335
ISBN13 9781403970336
Number of Pages 243
File Size DL-162MB
Shelf Number HS733
Grade Range
Ages 18 - 99
Format Audio Plus Download, EPub Download