The life of John Thompson, a fugitive slave : $b Containing his history of 25 years in bondage, and his providential escape

"The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave" by John Thompson is the story of a man's journey from enslavement to freedom. It recounts twenty-five years of hardship, focusing on the cruel treatment and emotional challenges faced, particularly the pain of family separation when his sister was sold. The book begins by introducing Thompson and the start of his life in slavery, setting the stage for themes of survival, hope, and the quest for freedom. Witnessing his sister being sold was a trauma that stayed with him and motivated him as he worked through plantation life with minimal resources, brutal treatment, but also a growing sense of hope that one day he would be free and united with his family.