Summary

The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is an inspirational book about how Douglass overcame the struggles of slavery and came to be one of America's greatest abolitionists.  It outlines in graphic detail the brutalities of slavery and the abuse of power by slave owners.  The underlying theme of the book is Douglass's yearning for freedom and his desire for everyone to be treated fairly and equally.  The book covers his life and struggles as a slave and finally, his escape out of slavery.