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The Escape - A Leap For Freedom: A Drama in Five Acts - cover

The Escape - A Leap For Freedom: A Drama in Five Acts

William Wells Brown

Publisher: Interactive Media

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Summary

An important work of 19th century American literature. It is a highly symbolic play that serves to critique the enslavement of African Americans and express Brown's notions of emancipation. Through his use of elaborate metaphors and allusions, Brown articulates the sentiments of both the oppressed and oppressor, thereby creating a drama that examines social injustice from multiple perspectives.
Available since: 01/20/2023.
Print length: 70 pages.

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