Thirty Years A Slave From Bondage To Freedom The Institution Of Slavery As Seen On The Plantation And In The Home Of The Planter

""Thirty Years A Slave From Bondage To Freedom"" is an autobiography written by Louis Hughes, a former slave who spent thirty years of his life in bondage before finally achieving his freedom. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of slavery as it existed in the American South during the mid-19th century, both on the plantation and in the home of the planter.Hughes' narrative is a powerful and moving testimony to the horrors of slavery, as he describes the brutal treatment he and his fellow slaves endured at the hands of their masters. He also provides insight into the various strategies that slaves used to resist their bondage, including running away and seeking refuge with sympathetic whites.Despite the many challenges he faced, Hughes never lost hope that he would one day be able to escape slavery and live as a free man. His determination and perseverance are an inspiration to all who read his story.Overall, ""Thirty Years A Slave From Bondage To Freedom"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the true nature of slavery and its lasting impact on American society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.