What an inspiring read. Much like narratives of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington, Rev. Henson recounts his days as a slave, his struggles becoming a runaway-come-freeman, and his free years. Similarly to the other two men, Rev. Henson betters his standing in society through virtue and industry. Being the driving force for good and refusing to become consumed with the darkness of hate (which he had plenty of opportunity for), he travels to England and meets the Queen and Archbishop, ingratiating himself with the latter.

The Barnes & Noble edition is a short 102 pages. Much like the other former slave stories, this autobiography is easy to read, captivating and says much in such a concise manner. ( )