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This classic of American literature, a dramatic autobiography of the early life of an American slave, was first published in 1845, when its author had just achieved his freedom. It is a story that shocked the world with its first-hand account of the horrors of slavery. The book was an incredible success. It sold over 30,000 copies and was an international best seller.

The Life and Times of Frederick Douglass was Douglass' third autobiography. In it he was able to go into greater detail about his life as a slave and his escape from slavery, as he and his family were no longer in any danger from the reception of his work. In this engrossing narrative he recounts early years of abuse; his dramatic escape to the North and eventual freedom, abolitionist campaigns, and his crusade for full civil rights for former slaves.

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave is a powerful and harrowing autobiography that chronicles the early life of Frederick Douglass, who was born into slavery and rose to become one of the most influential voices in the fight for abolition. First published in 1845, the book offers a firsthand account of the brutality and inhumanity of slavery, detailing Douglass’s experiences on plantations, his struggle to learn to read and write, and his courageous escape to freedom.

Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in Maryland in 1818, became one of the most prominent abolitionists, orators, and writers in American history. His life story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the pursuit of freedom. Douglass escaped slavery in his early twenties and dedicated his life to the abolitionist cause. Through his powerful speeches, autobiographical writings, and activism, he fought for the rights of African Americans and became a leading voice in the fight against slavery.

The truth about slavery in America from a former slave, Fredrick Douglass. Mr. Douglass was one of the most articulate Americans of his era. There was no such person as a happy slave and black lives mattered only to abolitionists and the slaves themselves.

Frederick Douglass was an American abolitionist, women's suffragist, editor, orator, author, statesman and reformer. He was called both "The Sage of Anacostia" and "The Lion of Anacostia" and is one of the most prominent figures in African-American history and United States history.

Having entered the British Navy at the age of 12, Horatio Lord Nelson achieved the rank of captain at the age of 20. As captain, he was quickly recognized as a magnetic and controversial figure. He triumphed at Cape St. Vincent and the Nile, but failed at Tenefife and Boulogne. With the glories of Copenhagen and Trafalgar yet ahead of him, his ardent passion for Emma Hamilton, the wife of a British Ambassador, cast a heavy shadow over his career.

Though often derided today for his cruelty, sensual pursuits, and despotism, Henry VIII was, in reality, much better in those respects than his contemporaries, and he compares well with the personal behavior of many historic leaders we now deem heroic. It was well that England in her hour of need had a man as king who counted the cost, who faced the risks, and successfully brought his country out of Europe's religious maelstrom.

Frederick Douglass was a towering figure in American history, whose life and legacy continue to inspire people around the world. Born into slavery in Maryland in the early 1800s, Douglass defied the odds to become one of the most important voices in the fight against slavery and for civil rights. Douglass's life was marked by a remarkable journey from bondage to freedom, and from ignorance to knowledge. Throughout his life, Douglass never stopped fighting for justice, and his influence extended far beyond his own time.

One of the classic volumes of autobiography, My Early Life is a lively and colourful account of a young man's quest for action, adventure and danger. Churchill's schooldays are undistinguished, but he is admitted to Sandhurst and embarks on a career as a soldier and a war correspondent, seeing action in Cuba, in India, in the Sudan - where he took part in the battle of Omdurman, of which he gives us a stirring account - and finally in South Africa.

King Frederick the Great, Prussian leader and artist: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best.

Emperor Frederick II, the wonder of the world: Life and works in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best.

George Washington died on December 14, 1799. He was an American political leader, military general, statesman, and founding father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Previously, he led Patriot forces to victory in the nation's War for Independence. He presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the U.S. Constitution and a federal government. Washington has been called the "Father of His Country" for his manifold leadership in the formative days of the new nation.

Household names nominate leaders from the past for BBC Radio 4's Great Lives Since its inception in 2001, Great Lives has been one of Radio 4's most popular programmes, presented by Joan Bakewell, Humphrey Carpenter, Francine Stock and Matthew Parris. The format is simple, but compelling: each...

"I varje våldtagen kvinna ser jag min hustru, i varje våldtagen mor ser jag min egen mor, i varje våldtaget barn ser jag mina egna." Så säger Denis Mukwege, mottagare av Nobels fredspris 2018. Mukwege började som en vanlig läkare i östra Kongo, men har i hela sitt liv engagerat sig för att motverka sexuellt våld mot kvinnor. Landets mångåriga och utdragna konflikter har lett till ett tillstånd som är svårt att leva i för kvinnor. Detta engagemang ledde till ett mordförsök mot honom 2012. Läs den dramatiska historian om en verklig hjältes liv.

I den andra delen av två om Sveriges konung Gustav Vasa får vi följa honom under hans sista tredjedel i livet, från 1540 till hans död 1560. Runt 1540 var relationen till Danmark ansträngd samtidigt som missnöjet jäste på flera håll inom riket. Framför allt i Småland där ett bondeuppror, lett av Nils Dacke, startades 1542. Upproret som fick namnet Dackefejden startades eftersom bönderna var förbannade på kungens skattepolitik, kyrkopolitik och centralisering av makten. Så småningom kvästes upproret, Dacke dog i striderna och bönderna fick betala böter till kronan.

I den första delen av två om Sveriges konung Gustav Vasa behandlas tiden mellan hans födelse 1496 och fram till 1540. Vi får följa hans barndom, genom upproret mot danskarna i Dalarna fram till hans kröning den 6 juni 1523. Vidare genom reformationen, reduktionen och alla uppror mot honom, genomförda av de som inte gillade hans styre och önskan om förändring. Vid den första delens slut är relationen med Danmark mycket ansträngd, något som snart kom att leda till konflikt.