The Life of Olaudah Equiano

Olaudah Equiano's autobiography offers a unique perspective on the slave trade through the eyes of a former slave who became an abolitionist leader. His narrative not only recounts his early life in Eboe, Nigeria, but also vividly details his capture, experiences aboard a slave ship, and life in the colonies, highlighting the brutal realities of slavery. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Equiano's background included education and personal service rather than fieldwork, which contributes to the literary quality of his account. His work played a crucial role in shaping public opinion against the slave trade.