William Wells Brown
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William Wells Brown was a prominent African American abolitionist, lecturer, novelist, and playwright in the 19th century. Born into slavery, he escaped to freedom and became a key figure in the abolitionist movement. Brown's works include novels, such as "Clotel, or the President's Daughter," which is often considered the first novel published by an African American. His writings not only depicted the struggles of enslaved individuals but also highlighted the moral imperatives of the abolitionist cause.
Nationaliteit
Amerikaans
Geboortedatum
March 7, 1814
Geboorteplaats
Culpeper, Virginia, USA
Sterfdatum
November 6, 1884
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