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The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African by Olaudah Equiano — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, written in 1789, details its writer's life in slavery, his time spent serving on galleys, the eventual attainment of his own freedom and later success in business. Including a look at how slavery stood in West Africa, the book received favorable reviews and was one of the first slave narratives to be read widely.

Quick facts about The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African

  • Title: The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African
  • Author: Olaudah Equiano
  • First published: 1789
  • Genre: slavery, voyages and travels, social life and customs
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL743333W

Where to read The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African

The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African by Olaudah Equiano is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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What is The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African about?

The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, written in 1789, details its writer's life in slavery, his time spent serving on galleys, the eventual attainment of his own freedom and later success in business.

Who wrote The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African?

The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African was written by Olaudah Equiano.

When was The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African published?

The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African was first published in 1789.

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