Solomon Northup's Twelve Years a Slave: 1841-1853

The original, autobiographical tale of Solomon Northup's epic journey from free man of color, to slave, to free man again was published in 1853, one year after Uncle Tom's Cabin and eight years prior to the Civil War.Described as the best firsthand account of the slavery experience, it is even more remarkable considering that, as a slave, Solomon Northup was permitted neither pen nor paper. His stirring tale was written strictly from memory!Today, with the publication of this young readers' version, what better way for young people of all races to learn how Solomon Northup endured his hardships, how some men could act so cruelly, and how far we have come?

About the author

Sue Eakin, who passed away in 2009, was a professor of history at Louisiana State University at Alexandria. She spent more than four decades teaching Louisiana history, bringing a fresh approach to analyzing the state's vibrant past. Eakin's previous work included a rewrite of Solomon Northup's Twelve Years a Slave 1841-1853 that is intended for younger audiences. She resided in Bunkie, Louisiana, near the plantation where the events in Solomon Northrup's tale took place.

Summary

Biography of Solomon Northpup (b) 1808.

Product details

• Authors: Sue Eakin, Solomon Northrup
• Assisted by: Sue Eakin (Editor)
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 9 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.10.1998
• EAN: 9781565543447
• ISBN: 978-1-56554-344-7
• No. of pages: 224
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 225 mm x 17 mm
• Weight: 336 g
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics; Education and learning > Schoolbooks, general education schools