Frederick Douglass and Ireland: in his own words. - Volume 1

Frederick Douglass spent four months in Ireland at the end of 1845 that proved to be, in his own words, 'transformative'.

He reported that for the first time in his life he felt like a man, and not a chattel.

Whilst in residence, he became a spokesperson for the abolition movement, but by the time he left the country in early January 1846, he believed that the cause of the slave was the cause of the oppressed everywhere.

For the remainder of his life, he became a champion of social justice for all, regardless of colour, gender, or ethnic origins.

Douglass's time in Ireland also coincided with the onset of the tragedy that, retrospectively, was referred to 'The Great Hunger'.

This book adds new insight into Frederick Douglass and his time in Ireland.