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William Wells Brown: A Reader
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Born Into Slavery In Kentucky, William Wells Brown (18141884) Was Kept Functionally Illiterate Until After His Escape At The Age Of Nineteen. Remarkably, He Became The Most Widely Published And Versatile African American Writer Of The Nineteenth Century As Well As An Important Leader In The Abolitionist And Temperance Movements.Brown Wrote Extensively As A Journalist But Was Also A Pioneer In Other Literary Genres. His Many Groundbreaking Works Include Clotel, The First African American Novel; The Escape: Or, A Leap For Freedom, The First Published African American Play; Three Years In Europe, The First African American European Travelogue; And The Negro In The American Rebellion, The First History Of African American Military Service In The Civil War. Brown Also Wrote One Of The Most Important Fugitive Slave Narratives And A Striking Array Of Subsequent Selfnarratives So Inventively Shifting In Content, Form, And Textual Presentation As To Place Him Second Only To Frederick Douglass Among Nineteenthcentury African American Autobiographers.Ezra Greenspan Has Selected The Best Of Brown'S Work In A Range Of Fields Including Fiction, Drama, History, Politics, Autobiography, And Travel. The Volume Opens With An Introductory Essay That Places Brown And His Work In A Cultural And Political Context. Each Chapter Begins With A Detailed Introductory Headnote, And The Contents Are Closely Annotated; There Is Also A Selected Bibliography. This Reader Offers An Introduction To The Work Of A Major African American Writer Who Was Engaged In Many Of The Important Debates Of His Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'William Wells Brown: A Reader'? A: 'William Wells Brown: A Reader' highlights the works of William Wells Brown, a significant African American writer and abolitionist, showcasing his contributions across various genres including fiction, drama, and history.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by William Wells Brown, an influential figure in 19th-century American literature and a prominent leader in the abolitionist movement.
- Q: What kind of works are included in this reader? A: The reader includes a selection of Brown's writings in fiction, drama, history, politics, autobiography, and travel, providing a comprehensive overview of his literary contributions.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, this book serves as an excellent resource for students and scholars interested in African American literature, history, and the abolitionist movement, offering both primary texts and critical context.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'William Wells Brown: A Reader' contains a total of 488 pages, providing extensive material for readers.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on December 15, 2008.
- Q: Is there an introduction or commentary in the book? A: Yes, the volume opens with an introductory essay that places Brown's work in cultural and political context, along with detailed headnotes and annotations throughout the chapters.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: Who compiled this reader? A: Ezra Greenspan compiled this reader, selecting the best of Brown's work and providing valuable context.