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The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano

Olaudah Equiano
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The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000

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Olaudah Equiano

The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

133

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

Africa, England • 18th century

Topic
Education

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

840L

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The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano tells the autobiographical story of Olaudah Equiano, an individual who was captured and enslaved as a child. The narrative details his experiences in captivity and his eventual journey to freedom, highlighting his resilience and quest for identity in the face of adversity.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Inspirational

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

976 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano is praised for its compelling narrative that brings the harrowing realities of slavery to life. Equiano's autobiography is a powerful account of resilience and insight into 18th-century history. Some readers find the language challenging due to its historical context, but it remains a vital educational resource.

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Who Should Read The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano?

Readers interested in The Kidnapped Prince: The Life of Olaudah Equiano would likely enjoy historical autobiographies and narratives of resilience, akin to Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano. Those intrigued by abolitionist literature and personal viewpoints on slavery will find it compelling.

4.2

976 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

133

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

Africa, England • 18th century

Topic
Education

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

840L

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