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The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano by Olaudah Equiano

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Apr 29, 10

bookshelves: bio-memoir, non-fiction, read-for-school
Read in April, 2010

This was a very interesting book. It is the only narrative I have read written by an actual slave. His story is probably atypical, but it is fascinating.

I found his descriptions of culture shock to be particularly interesting - and they got me thinking. I could not imagine having zero knowledge of another culture and then being thrust into it at the bottom of society. It's sad and amazing at the same time.

I recommend it highly. You can find it online too!

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