Frederick Douglass (eBook, ePUB) - Chesnutt, Charles W.
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In Charles W. Chesnutt's 'Frederick Douglass', readers are presented with a powerful and captivating portrayal of the life and legacy of the renowned abolitionist and former slave, Frederick Douglass. Chesnutt's eloquent prose and meticulous attention to detail provide readers with a vivid and immersive reading experience that delves into the complexities of Douglass' personal struggles, triumphs, and contributions to the abolitionist movement. Through compelling narratives and insightful analysis, Chesnutt sheds light on the socio-political landscape of the time, offering readers a deeper…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
In Charles W. Chesnutt's 'Frederick Douglass', readers are presented with a powerful and captivating portrayal of the life and legacy of the renowned abolitionist and former slave, Frederick Douglass. Chesnutt's eloquent prose and meticulous attention to detail provide readers with a vivid and immersive reading experience that delves into the complexities of Douglass' personal struggles, triumphs, and contributions to the abolitionist movement. Through compelling narratives and insightful analysis, Chesnutt sheds light on the socio-political landscape of the time, offering readers a deeper understanding of the challenges Douglass faced in his fight for freedom and equality. The book is a valuable contribution to African American literature, offering a unique perspective on one of the most influential figures in American history. Charles W. Chesnutt's own background as an African American writer and activist adds depth and authenticity to his portrayal of Frederick Douglass, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery, abolitionism, and civil rights activism.
Autorenporträt
Charles Waddell Chesnutt (June 20, 1858 - November 15, 1932) was an American novelist, essayist, political activist, and lawyer notable for his novels and short stories that explored complicated questions of race and cultural identity in the post-Civil War Southern. Oscar Micheaux, an African-American the filmmaker and producer, changed two of his works into silent movies in 1926 and 1927. Following the Civil Rights Movement of the twentieth century, interest in Chesnutt's works was reignited. Several of his writings were reprinted, and he got formal acknowledgment. In 2008, a commemorative stamp was issued. Chesnutt created a highly successful court reporting firm in Cleveland in the early twentieth century, which supplied his primary source of income. He became involved in the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, where he wrote articles in support of education and legal challenges to discriminatory laws. Andrew Chesnutt and Ann Maria (née Sampson) Chesnutt, both "free persons of color" from Fayetteville, North Carolina, gave birth to Chesnutt in Cleveland, Ohio. His paternal grandpa had been identified as a white slaveholder. He identified as African American but stated that he was 7/8 white. Chesnutt might "pass" as a white man because of his majority-European background, but he never did.