The Life and Sufferings of Leonard Black, a Fugitive from Slavery

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Black, Leonard, 1822-1883

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Life and Sufferings of Leonard Black, a Fugitive from Slavery" by Leonard Black is a poignant autobiography written in the mid-19th century. This powerful biography chronicles the harrowing experiences of a man born into slavery who eventually escapes and finds freedom. The narrative explores the brutal realities of enslavement, the longing for liberty, and the author's spiritual journey toward self-education and ministry. In this detailed account, Leonard Black recounts his life as a slave, detailing the cruelty he endured at the hands of various masters and the longing for his family, who were torn apart by the slave trade. From early memories of abuse to his eventual escape, Black's story includes profound reflections on the moral implications of slavery, the pursuit of knowledge, and the hope for liberation. His experiences serve not only as a personal narrative but also as a broader critique of the institution of slavery, revealing the inner strength and relentless spirit that ultimately guide him toward faith and freedom. Throughout his journey, Black's strong commitment to education and his desire to preach the gospel shine through, symbolizing his transformation from oppressed to empowered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Nick Wall, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2021-04-09