Solomon Northup
His Life Before and After Slavery
Description:... Solomon Northup was a free black man living in Saratoga Springs, New York, when in 1841 he was lured into leaving the state, and was sold into slavery. After being rescued nearly twelve years later, he authored a book, Twelve Years a Slave, about his life.This new book reveals details of Northup's life after his return to upstate New York. In addition to informing the public about the horrors of slavery via his book, Northup:
- traveled around the Northeast giving public lectures,
- was connected with several theatrical productions about his experiences,
- worked with an underground railroad agent in Vermont to help fugitive slaves reach freedom in Canada.
Solomon Northup: His Life Before and After Slavery, by Ballston Spa, NY resident David Fiske, provides documented information on Northup's life before and after he was enslaved in Louisiana. Also included is biographical information about Northup's wife and children, who resided for many years in the Glens Falls, New York, area, and a list of public appearances made by Northup in the 1850s.For more information: Web site: solomonnorthup.comFacebook: facebook.com/solnorthupE-mail: info@solomonnorthup.com
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