![]() ![]() Born free in the foothills of the Adirondacks, he lived in Washington and Saratoga counties with his wife Anne and their children. Northup’s personal story inspired millions, as he maintained his mind, body, and spirit while in bondage, and ultimately was joyfully reunited with his family in New York.Įven those who’ve read the book may not realize that Northup came from the upper Hudson Valley. Northup brought the fear and terror experienced daily by enslaved people into the homes - and hearts - of those, Northern and Southern alike, who had conveniently overlooked the ordeal of their fellow Americans. ![]() Published in 1853, the year Northup secured his freedom, the book became an immediate bestseller. Ground Control: Soil Health and Climate ResiliencyĮditor’s Note: This article contains mentions of slavery that, while not graphic, may be disturbing.įew could describe the horrors of enslavement more vividly than Solomon Northup, author of Twelve Years a Slave.Federal Watershed Protection Legislation.Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022.Connecting people with inspirational power of the Hudson River since 1963. ![]()
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