My Bondage and My Freedom

"Once you learn to read, you will be forever free." – Frederick Douglass In this groundbreaking autobiography, Frederick Douglass—formerly enslaved and later one of the most powerful voices for abolition and human rights—shares his remarkable journey from bondage to freedom. My Bondage and My Freedom (1855) is more than just a personal memoir—it is a searing indictment of slavery and a testament to the unbreakable human spirit. Expanding upon his earlier narrative, Douglass reveals not only his struggles in captivity but also his triumph through literacy, resilience, and relentless pursuit of justice.