Frederick Douglass

Offers a brief biography of the slave who became a great orator and his contribution to American society. (more)

Offers a brief biography of the slave who became a great orator and his contribution to American society. (less)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement of... (more)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement of the early nineteenth century. (less)

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A brief biography of the man who escaped life as a slave in 1838 and became a great anti-slavery orator and advisor to P... (more)

A brief biography of the man who escaped life as a slave in 1838 and became a great anti-slavery orator and advisor to President Abraham Lincoln. (less)

This is a biography of the runaway slave who became an abolitionist, an orator and writer, and a crusader for women's ri... (more)

This is a biography of the runaway slave who became an abolitionist, an orator and writer, and a crusader for women's rights. (less)

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"Explores the life of Frederick Douglass, including his childhood in slavery, his escape to freedom, and how he became o... (more)

"Explores the life of Frederick Douglass, including his childhood in slavery, his escape to freedom, and how he became one of the most famous abolitionists, speakers, and writers in America"--Provided by publisher. (less)

This book is a biography of Frederick Douglass, from his birth into slavery in 1818 to his death in 1895, describing his... (more)

This book is a biography of Frederick Douglass, from his birth into slavery in 1818 to his death in 1895, describing his achievements as abolitionist, author, newspaper publisher, worker for the Underground Railroad, black suffragist, and U.S. minister to Haiti. (less)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the abolitionist movement in... (more)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the abolitionist movement in the nineteenth century. (less)

An account of the life of Frederick Douglass who was born into slavery and became a world-renowned orator, journalist, a... (more)

An account of the life of Frederick Douglass who was born into slavery and became a world-renowned orator, journalist, author, and advisor to U.S. presidents. (less)

"A simple biography about Frederick Douglass, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher. (more)

"A simple biography about Frederick Douglass, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher. (less)

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Recounts the life of Frederick Douglas as a slave, abolitionist, and author fighting for equal rights. (more)

Recounts the life of Frederick Douglas as a slave, abolitionist, and author fighting for equal rights. (less)

This book describes the life and achievements of Frederick Douglass, who started an antislavery newspaper describing the... (more)

This book describes the life and achievements of Frederick Douglass, who started an antislavery newspaper describing the cruelties of slavery. (less)

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"Simple text and photographs present the life and achievements of Frederick Douglass, a former slave and human rights le... (more)

"Simple text and photographs present the life and achievements of Frederick Douglass, a former slave and human rights leader before, during, and after the Civil War"--Provided by the publisher. (less)

"From his enslavement to freedom, Frederick Douglass was one of America's most extraordinary champions of liberty and eq... (more)

"From his enslavement to freedom, Frederick Douglass was one of America's most extraordinary champions of liberty and equality. Throughout his long life, Douglass was also a man of profound religious conviction. In this concise and original biography, D. H. Dilbeck offers a provocative interpretation of Douglass's life through the lens of his faith. In an era when the role of religion in public life is as contentious as ever, Dilbeck provides essential new perspective on Douglass's place in American history. Douglass came to faith as a teenager among African American Methodists in Baltimore. For the rest of his life, he adhered to a distinctly prophetic Christianity. Imitating the ancient Hebrew prophets and Jesus Christ, Douglass boldly condemned evil and oppression, especially when committed by the powerful. Dilbeck shows how Douglass's prophetic Christianity provided purpose and unity to his wide-ranging work as an author, editor, orator, and reformer. As "America's Prophet," Douglass exposed his nation's moral failures and hypocrisies in the hopes of creating a more just society. He admonished his fellow Americans to truly abide by the political and religious ideals they professed to hold most dear. Two hundred years after his birth, Douglass's prophetic voice remains as timely as ever." -- Publisher's description (less)

"The definitive, dramatic biography of the most important African-American of the nineteenth century: Frederick Douglass... (more)

"The definitive, dramatic biography of the most important African-American of the nineteenth century: Frederick Douglass, the escaped slave who became the greatest orator of his day and one of the leading abolitionists and writers of the era. As a young man Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) escaped from slavery in Baltimore, Maryland. He was fortunate to have been taught to read by his slave owner mistress, and he would go on to become one of the major literary figures of his time. He wrote three versions of his autobiography over the course of his lifetime and published his own newspaper. His very existence gave the lie to slave owners: with dignity and great intelligence he bore witness to the brutality of slavery. Initially mentored by William Lloyd Garrison, Douglass spoke widely, often to large crowds, using his own story to condemn slavery. He broke with Garrison to become a political abolitionist, a Republican, and eventually a Lincoln supporter. By the Civil War and during Reconstruction, Douglass became the most famed and widely traveled orator in the nation. He denounced the premature end of Reconstruction and the emerging Jim Crow era. In his unique and eloquent voice, written and spoken, Douglass was a fierce critic of the United States as well as a radical patriot. He sometimes argued politically with younger African-Americans, but he never forsook either the Republican party or the cause of black civil and political rights. In this remarkable biography, David Blight has drawn on new information held in a private collection that few other historians have consulted, as well as recently discovered issues of Douglass's newspapers. Blight tells the fascinating story of Douglass's two marriages and his complex extended family. Douglass was not only an astonishing man of words, but a thinker steeped in Biblical story and theology. There has not been a major biography of Douglass in a quarter century. David Blight's Frederick Douglass affords this important American the distinguished biography he deserves"-- (less)

"Frederick Douglass is a familiar name to many students, but the incredible impact he left on U.S. history is sometimes ... (more)

"Frederick Douglass is a familiar name to many students, but the incredible impact he left on U.S. history is sometimes lost amid the other facts and faces in social studies textbooks. By focusing on his powerful story of slavery, freedom, and impassioned abolitionist beliefs, this engaging and educational text gives readers a deeper understanding of why the words he spoke and wrote still carry so much weight today. Fact-filled sidebars, detailed graphic organizers, and historical photographs complement the age-appropriate main text, which presents sensitive material in a thoughtful way."--Provided by publisher. (less)

"A biography on the African American abolitionist and civil rights leader Frederick Douglass"-- (more)

"A biography on the African American abolitionist and civil rights leader Frederick Douglass"-- (less)

"A biography of Frederick Douglass covering his origins as slave and journey to becoming an abolitionist leader"-- (more)

"A biography of Frederick Douglass covering his origins as slave and journey to becoming an abolitionist leader"-- (less)

"This book introduces readers to the fascinating Frederick Douglass, a man born a slave. Douglass taught himself to read... (more)

"This book introduces readers to the fascinating Frederick Douglass, a man born a slave. Douglass taught himself to read, then escaped from slavery to become one of the abolitionist movement's greatest leaders. In addition to telling the story of Douglass's life, this biography examines the evolution of his thought and his changing relationships with contemporaries such as William Lloyd Garrison and Abraham Lincoln. Featuring intriguing details about the period before, during, and just after the Civil War, this compelling and inspiring read is rounded out by a liberal use of primary sources." --provided by publisher. (less)

"After enduring years as a slave, Frederick Douglass escaped to freedom as a young man and made it his mission to work t... (more)

"After enduring years as a slave, Frederick Douglass escaped to freedom as a young man and made it his mission to work toward emancipation for all. He became a renowned orator, an inspiring writer, and above all, a champion for equal rights. This book will present his life story, full of challenges and successes, and the legacy that has lived on long after he died. Using simple language young readers can understand, this biography will showcase the story of this important, influential figure in U.S. history."--Provided by publisher. (less)

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A biography of the runaway slave who became an abolitionist, a crusader for women's rights, and an advisor to Abraham Li... (more)

A biography of the runaway slave who became an abolitionist, a crusader for women's rights, and an advisor to Abraham Lincoln. (less)

Presents the story of a former slave, Frederick Douglass, who escaped from his life of slavery and became a successful b... (more)

Presents the story of a former slave, Frederick Douglass, who escaped from his life of slavery and became a successful business man and was active in the fight for African American rights. (less)

Written for young adults, this biography of Frederick Douglass covers the life of the most famous black abolitionist and... (more)

Written for young adults, this biography of Frederick Douglass covers the life of the most famous black abolitionist and intellectual of the 19th century. (less)

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A simple biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery move... (more)

A simple biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement in the nineteenth century. (less)

"A simple biography about Frederick Douglass, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher. (more)

"A simple biography about Frederick Douglass, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher. (less)

Contains nineteen essays that examine Frederick Douglass's early life as a slave, his role in the abolitionist movement,... (more)

Contains nineteen essays that examine Frederick Douglass's early life as a slave, his role in the abolitionist movement, his work as a civil rights leader, and his legacy. (less)

Simple text and illustrations describe the life and accomplishments of this famous abolitionist. (more)

Simple text and illustrations describe the life and accomplishments of this famous abolitionist. (less)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the abolitionist movement in... (more)

A biography of the man who, after escaping slavery, became an orator, writer, and leader in the abolitionist movement in the nineteenth century. (less)

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Examines the life and accomplishments of Frederick Douglass, as well as his impact on the civil rights movement. (more)

Examines the life and accomplishments of Frederick Douglass, as well as his impact on the civil rights movement. (less)

The life of the famous abolitionist. (more)

The life of the famous abolitionist. (less)

Explores the life of Frederick Douglass as he achieves stature as a leader in the struggle to transcend the limitations ... (more)

Explores the life of Frederick Douglass as he achieves stature as a leader in the struggle to transcend the limitations of bondage and race. (less)

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Describes the life and work of the man who escaped slavery to become an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery m... (more)

Describes the life and work of the man who escaped slavery to become an orator, writer, and leader in the anti-slavery movement of the nineteenth century. (less)

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Despite being a slave, Douglass learned to read and write and because of his efforts he became a leading voice against s... (more)

Despite being a slave, Douglass learned to read and write and because of his efforts he became a leading voice against slavery in the early 1800s. (less)

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Learn all about Frederick Douglass's early life, life in Baltimore, life in the North, life during the Civil War, later ... (more)

Learn all about Frederick Douglass's early life, life in Baltimore, life in the North, life during the Civil War, later life, social impact, and lasting national legacy. His noteworthy quotes are recounted by Frederick himself. (less)

Set in 1872, Ohio, where Frederick Douglass is on a national tour. The pastor introduces him to his integrated church. D... (more)

Set in 1872, Ohio, where Frederick Douglass is on a national tour. The pastor introduces him to his integrated church. Douglass then gives an electrifying sermon on his breathtaking journey from slavery to author, newspaper editor, and leading American statesman. One of our greatest heroes, Douglass had many triumphs, including helping pass Amendments to the US Constitution. He reveals his life in the North, in London, and as a Christian leader, with wit and wisdom. He could have lived in Europe but felt God's call to return to America to win freedom for all. There was no turning back. (less)

The story of Frederick Douglass, escaped slave and abolitionist orator. (more)

The story of Frederick Douglass, escaped slave and abolitionist orator. (less)