Books on Slavery Combo(12 Years A Slave+Up From Slavery)

This is the true story of Solomon Northup who was born and raised as a freeman in New York. He explains his kidnapping in Washington D.C. and subsequent sale into slavery. After having been kept in bondage for 12 years in Louisiana by various masters Northup was able to write to friends and family in New York who were in turn able to secure his release. Northups account provides extensive details on the slave markets in Washington D.C. and New Orleans and describes at length cotton and sugar cultivation on major plantations in Louisiana. His extraordinary journey proves the resiliency of hope and the human spirit despite the most gruelling and formidable of circumstances.+Booker T. Washington the most recognized national leader orator and educator emerged from slavery in the deep south to work for the betterment of African Americans in the post Reconstruction period. Up From Slavery is an autobiography of Booker T. Washington?s life and work which has been the source of inspiration for all Americans. Washington reveals his inner most thoughts as he transitions from ex-slave to teacher and founder of one of the most important schools for African Americans in the south The Tuskegee Industrial Institute. Booker T. Washington?s words are profound. Washington includes the address he gave at the Atlanta Cotton States and International Exposition in 1895 which made him a national figure. He imparts ?gems of wisdom? throughout the book which are relevant to Americans who aspire to achieve great attainments in life. Listeners will appreciate the impassioned delivery of the reader Andrew L. Barnes. Legacy Audio is proud to present this audio book production of Up From Slavery by Booker T. Washington.+