1856 The Life of John Thompson, A Fugitive Slave Very Rare

Description: The Life of John Thompson, A Fugitive Slave; Containing His History of 26 Years in Bondage and His Providential Escape. Written by John Thompson and published by Thompson in Worcester. 1856, 143 pp, 4.5x7.25'', hardcover binding. In as-is condition. Covers have age-related toning and edge wear. The spine is missing. The front cover board is almost entirely detached. Pages have age-related toning and foxing that has extended onto the page edges. This volume is missing page 73-108. Hinges are very worn, with very uneven support throughout the volume, as pictured. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. John Thompson was one of seven children born into slavery on the Wagar plantation in Maryland in 1812. He remained on this plantation until 1823, when he was sold to various other plantations throughout the south. Eventually, Thompson made a successful escape to the North, where he settled in Pennsylvania and eventually married and found work. Thompson would eventually join a whaling vessel to avoid arrest. This autobiography provides a very rare look into the perspective of a former slave. The history of this volume would provide an excellent opportunity for restoration or rebinding, if desired. FORN-SHELF-0730-BB-0723-JR1491

Price: 300 USD

Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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