The Underground Railroad

Unique Elements Historical Outline of 19th Century USA With original illustrations and portraits About William Still's book "The Underground Railroad" chronicles the narrative of the underground network that enabled slaves escape to freedom in the United States throughout the nineteenth century. The book contains a collection of accounts and papers relating to the Underground Railroad, such as personal narratives of former slaves, abolitionist organisation data, and letters between people involved in the effort. Still, a major abolitionist and Underground Railroad activist in Philadelphia, talks on the bravery and tenacity of the slaves who risked their lives to escape bondage, as well as the unwavering efforts of those who assisted them on their path to freedom. The book is an important historical record of a critical period in American history, as well as a monument to the human spirit's endurance and perseverance. A Classic Reprint These slave narratives will make an excellent gift to the US History buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your own classic’s library. Century Bound takes every care to ensure that the original integrity of this book has been preserved to the highest degree. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unaltered from the original author's publication, keeping the books’ original form for your enjoyment.