Father of American Autobiography
OLAUDAH EQUIANO
(Vassa Gustavius)
(1745 - 1797)
Igbo
African
Slave
Sailor
American
Hairdresser
Writer
Englishman
Christian
Explorer
Abolitionist
Commissioner
Father of American Autobiography
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Olaudah Equiano came to America by force;
With the little he knew, he professed the culture
And left a priceless gift for the Igbo future.
Our post Biafra War generation came by choice:
We must keep the future alive in all nations
For the present and for future generations.
7/25/00
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Olaudah Equiano: The Interesting Narrative
1. Preface
2. Chapter One
3. Chapter Two
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