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William Wells Brown

 
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About the Author

William Wells Brown (1814–1884) was born a slave, escaped to the North and then to England, and became one of the most prominent abolitionists of his time. During his prolific literary career, Brown was a pioneer in several different genres, including travel writing, fiction, and drama.

Books by William Wells Brown

Books by William Wells Brown published by The Library of America

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