The book is in near fine condition in a very good plus dustjacket, with gray boards, a dark red cloth spine, silver spine titles and map-illustrated endpapers.

Synopsis - From the publisher: "Making Freedom is the first in-depth exploration of the life of Venture Smith (1728-1805), a New England slave who was sold into bondage as a boy in Africa and labored for nearly a quarter-century before purchasing his own freedom and transforming himself into a highly respected American citizen. Drawing on years of research and documentation, including Venture Smith's rare personal autobiography, Saint and Krimsky vividly recount the extraordinary challenges he overcame. They cast a rare light on what it was like to be an African American in the north during the Colonial era. This story's relevance today prompted the BBC to produce a documentary on scholars' efforts to learn more about Venture Smith, his life, and family. The book includes a wealth of illustrations, a timeline, and Smith's original 1798 narrative in facsimile form." Illustrated with black and white photos and document reproductions.

Condition Details - The book has a square spine, a very tight binding, and no marks, tears, turned down page corners or writing. The cover has sharp corners and very light edgewear, no soil or stains. The textblock edges are white and clean. The dustjacket (in new, protective Brodart) has very light edgewear, no soil, chips, or tears. No unpleasant odors.

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