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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is one of the most important works in all American Literature. Debuting in 1845, Frederick Douglass’ first autobiography, was an immediate sensation as well as a critical and commercial success. The Narrative vividly documents Douglass’ time as a slave and his journey to freedom. It was instrumental in the American abolitionist movement.

for a slave to look her in the face. The meanest slave was put fully at ease in her presence, and none left without feeling better for having seen her. Her face was made of heavenly smiles, and her voice of tranquil music. But, alas! this kind heart had but a short time to remain such. The fatal poison of irresponsible power was already in her hands, and gradually commenced its infernal work. That cheerful eye, under the influence of slavery, eventually became red with rage; that voice made all of
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