Twelve Years a Slave (AmazonClassics Edition)

Twelve Years a Slave (AmazonClassics Edition) is an unforgettable memoir that offers a glimpse into the daily lives of slaves in the Bayou Boeuf region of Louisiana’s Red River Valley.

Solomon Northup, a free man born in New York, was kidnapped and sold into slavery in 1841, where he spent twelve years at the mercy of sadistic plantation owner Edwin Epps.

This revised edition includes editorial revisions that enhance the narrative, making it an even more reliable and accurate eyewitness account of slave life.

With a new introduction by David W.

Blight, a leading historian on slavery, this edition provides context and insight into Northup’s experiences and their significance in American history.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to read this powerful and moving account of one man's fight for freedom and dignity.

Order now and discover why Twelve Years a Slave is considered a classic work of literature that continues to captivate readers to this day.