The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave
The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2000
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2000304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1800s
2000
Adult
14+ years
1180L
Super Short Summary
The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave is an autobiographical narrative by Henry Bibb, illustrating his experiences as a person who was enslaved in the United States. The narrative depicts Bibb's attempts to escape slavery, his struggles for freedom, and the impact of slavery on his family and personal identity.
Challenging
Mysterious
Melancholic
Inspirational
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
224 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave is praised for its candid portrayal of the brutal realities of slavery, offering an insightful historical perspective. Readers appreciate Bibb's resilience and storytelling, although some find the narrative pace uneven. Overall, it's valued for its contribution to understanding slavery's impact.
Who Should Read The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave?
Readers interested in The Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb: An American Slave typically appreciate firsthand accounts of slavery and autobiographies. Fans of Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl will find Bibb's experiences deeply insightful and compelling.
224 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1800s
2000
Adult
14+ years
1180L
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