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Narrative of Henry Box Brown

Author
Henry Box Brown
Series
African Library
Language
English
Length
72 pages
ISBN
9781787365773
Published
23 February 2023
Imprint
Sovereign
  • Slavery Escape
  • Freedom Journey
  • Courage
  • Bondage Brutality
  • Ingenuity
  • Human Determination
  • Triumph over Adversity
  • African American History
  • Resilience
  • Underground Railroad

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Henry Box Brown's 'Narrative' unfolds a remarkable escape from slavery. In a daring journey, Brown courageously mailed himself to freedom in a wooden crate. This first-hand account vividly details the brutality of bondage and the relentless pursuit of liberty. Brown's resilience and ingenuity shine, illustrating the indomitable spirit against oppression. A powerful narrative, it echoes the enduring quest for freedom and stands as a testament to human determination and the triumph over adversity.

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Henry Box Brown was an African American abolitionist who famously mailed himself in a box from Richmond, Virginia to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in order to escape enslavement. His story serves as an important example of the ingenuity and courage employed by enslaved persons during their fight for freedom.

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