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Equiano, the African: Biography of a Self-Made Man

Vincent Carretta
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Equiano, the African: Biography of a Self-Made Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Vincent Carretta

Equiano, the African: Biography of a Self-Made Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

Atlantic World • 18th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Equiano, the African: Biography of a Self-Made Man by Vincent Carretta explores the life of Olaudah Equiano, an influential African individual who endured enslavement and later gained freedom. The biography examines Equiano's experiences, writings, and contributions to the abolitionist movement, providing insights into his identity, legacy, and significance in history.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

91 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Vincent Carretta's Equiano, the African offers a meticulously researched biography that highlights Equiano's pivotal role in history. Praised for deep historical context and insightful analysis, the book illuminates Equiano's life as a self-made man. Critics note the dense academic style may challenge casual readers, but its comprehensive nature rewards those seeking depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Equiano, the African: Biography of a Self-Made Man?

Readers who enjoy Equiano, the African by Vincent Carretta likely appreciate detailed historical biographies, especially those focusing on self-made individuals. Fans of The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano and The Life of Frederick Douglass would find this book engaging.

4.1

91 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

Atlantic World • 18th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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