Arts & Entertainment
12 years A Slave @Kelley Library
Author, Solomon Northup was an African American carpenter who was born free in NY, but was sold into slavery later in life for 12 years
Northup’s meticulous first-hand recordings of slave life, written in conjunction with a white lawyer called David Wilson, provide a true-life testament to tremendous courage and resolve in the face of unspeakable injustice.
Don’t miss this book discussion on Wednesday September 9th at 7 PM. Pickup your copy today. New members are always welcome.
Now a major Hollywood film, nominated for Best Picture at the 2014 Academy Awards, and directed by Steve McQueen – starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Brad Pitt, Michael Fassbender and Benedict Cumberbatch.