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The Autobiography of an Unknown African Prince by Olaudah Equiano
This autobiography is the story of Olaudah Equiano, an African prince who was taken from his homeland and sold into slavery. In this book, Equiano recounts his journey from Africa to the Americas, his experiences as a slave, and his eventual freedom. He also shares his thoughts on
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Olaudah Equiano, known for most of his life as Gustavus Vassa, was a writer and abolitionist. According to his memoir, he was from the village of Essaka, presumed to be in present-day southern Nigeria. Enslaved as a child in West Africa, he was shipped to the Caribbean and sold to a Royal Navy officer. He was sold twice more before purchasing his freedom in 1766.