Freedom Ship
Narrated by Cornell Womack
- Released
- May 13, 2025
- Length
- 13 hrs 31 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Penguin Audio
Freedom Ship presents a meticulously researched exploration of the maritime origins of the Underground Railroad, highlighting the significant yet often overlooked role of the sea in the escapes of enslaved people. Authored by esteemed scholar Marcus Rediker, this gripping narrative unveils the clandestine journeys taken by freedom seekers, including notable figures like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman, across North America's intricate waterways. With a focus on the hidden stories of stowaways and the vessels that facilitated their liberation, Freedom Ship serves as an essential account of a pivotal chapter in American history.
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