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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, Written by Himself | Essays and Criticism

Critical Essay on Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, Written by Himself
In this essay, Piano investigates the complexity of Frederick Douglass' autobiography as a text that illustrates Douglass' ability to transform himself.
Frederick Douglass' Narrative and the Subtext of Folklore
In the following essay, Rothenberg asserts that Douglass' Narrative ' 'contains an unwritten text of folklore... which adds greatly to the strength of the narrative.''
The Dilemma of Frederick Douglass: The Slave Narrative as Literary Institution
In the following essay, Sekora examines the history of the slave narrative and Douglass' efforts to transcend its trappings.
Biblical Allusion and Imagery in Frederick Douglass' Narrative
In the following essay, Zeitz explores how Douglass uses religious language and biblical allusion in his Narrative.

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