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Berne, Emma Carlson

Face of Freedom: How the Photos of Frederick Douglass Celebrated Racial Equality

(3) 4-6 Captured History series. This excellent series examines the history and context of a photo or series of photos and its impact on culture. Berne looks at how Frederick Douglass's daguerreotype portrait helped counteract racist portrayals of African Americans. A biography of Douglass works together with background on the abolitionist movement and the history of photography in the thoughtful, engaging text. Timeline, reading list. Bib., glos., ind.

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