[ XXXVII. A Visit To England ]

[ XXXVIII. Renewed Invitations To Go South. ]

[ XXXIX. The Confession. ]

[ XL. The Fugitive Slave Law. ]

[ XLI. Free At Last. ]

[ APPENDIX. ]

Preface by the Author

Reader, be assured this narrative is no fiction. I am aware that some of my adventures may seem incredible; but they are, nevertheless, strictly true. I have not exaggerated the wrongs inflicted by Slavery; on the contrary, my descriptions fall far short of the facts. I have concealed the names of places, and given persons fictitious names. I had no motive for secrecy on my own account, but I deemed it kind and considerate towards others to pursue this course.