Twelve Years a Slave (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)

<h3><strong style=color: rgba(83 90 98 1)>~ Collector's Edition ~ Laminated Hardback with Jacket ~</strong></h3><p></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>One moment you're free living your life-and the next you're chained sold and stripped of everything you hold dear. This is the chilling fate of a free African American man who finds himself betrayed and thrust into the horrors of slavery. As he fights to endure the brutality and dehumanization of plantation life his resilience and hope become a beacon of strength. Through vivid unflinching detail this unforgettable story pulls you into a world of injustice and courage that demands to be told.</span></p><p></p><p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Twelve Years a Slave</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> is a vital firsthand account that illuminates the brutal realities of American slavery through the voice of Solomon Northup a free man abducted and enslaved. Published in 1853 it serves as both a searing indictment of systemic injustice and a testament to human resilience. The book offers a rare perspective bridging personal tragedy with broader social critique making it an indispensable resource for understanding the complexities of slavery in the United States. Its historical importance lies in its vivid detail and authenticity providing a voice to those whose stories were often silenced.</span></p>