Written by John Thompson himself, this book tells the story of his 25 years in captivity as a runaway slave. It describes a life that is more like a nightmare than reality, and a dramatic escape that became a true providence for Thompson. The authenticity and power of each line makes the reader feel all the lawlessness and hardship of a slave's life on his own skin. This book is a stunning story about the will, courage and desire for a proper life, which will leave an unforgettable mark in the heart of everyone who is going to open the pages of "The Life of John Thompson, a Fugitive Slave".