Mary Prince
Mary Prince was an abolitionist and autobiographer born in 1788 in Bermuda. She is best known for her autobiography, 'The History of Mary Prince,' which was the first account of the life of a black woman to be published in the United Kingdom. Her narrative detailed her experiences as a slave in the West Indies, contributing to the abolitionist movement in Britain.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
-
1. The History Of Mary Prince, A West Indian Slave
This autobiographical account details the harrowing life of a woman born into slavery in Bermuda in the late 18th century. It vividly recounts her experiences of brutal treatment at the hands of various masters in the West Indies and her unyielding desire for freedom. As the first narrative of a black woman to be published in Britain, the book played a significant role in the anti-slavery movement, offering a powerful personal testimony to the cruelties and injustices of the slave system, and ultimately contributing to the abolitionist cause. Through her story, the author provides a voice to the countless enslaved individuals and highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of extreme oppression.
The 3462nd Greatest Book of All Time
