Product Description
by Josiah Henson (Author)
The Life of Josiah Henson: Formerly a Slave, Now an Inhabitant of Canada is an autobiographical account written by Josiah Henson himself and published in 1849. The book tells the story of Henson's life as a slave in Maryland, his escape to freedom in Canada, and his subsequent work as a preacher and abolitionist. Henson's narrative is a powerful and moving account of the horrors of slavery, including the physical and emotional abuse he endured, as well as the separation of families and the constant threat of violence. Despite these challenges, Henson's determination and resilience shine through as he describes his escape to freedom and his efforts to help other slaves escape. The book also provides a valuable historical record of the Underground Railroad and the abolitionist movement in North America during the mid-19th century. Overall, The Life of Josiah Henson is a compelling and inspiring story of one man's fight for freedom and justice in the face of overwhelming adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
