Name/Title
Solomon Northup: His Life Before and After SlaveryEntry/Object ID
12.21.1Description
Solomon Northup was a free black man living in Saratoga Springs, NY, 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 book provides information on what his life was like in Glens Falls, NY after he regained his freedom in 1853 and includes background information about his activities before he was enslaved, and his family members.
Solomon's life after being released from slavery
80 p., PBK