Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is one of the most important works in all American Literature. Debuting in 1845, Frederick Douglass’ first autobiography, was an immediate sensation as well as a critical and commercial success. The Narrative vividly documents Douglass’ time as a slave and his journey to freedom. It was instrumental in the American abolitionist movement.