It has been suggested that an account of my life and fortunes would not be uninteresting to the public.
Solomon NorthupReally, it was difficult to determine which I had most reason to fearโdogs, alligators or men!
Solomon NorthupAt such times, the heart of man turns instictively towards his Maker. In prosperity, and whenever there is nothing to injure or make him afraid, he remembers Him not, and is ready to defy Him; but place him in the midst of dangers, cut him off from human aid, let the grave open before him, then it is, in the time of his tribulation, that the scoffer and unbelieving man turns to God for help, feeling there is no other hope, or refuge, or safety, save in his protecting arm.
Solomon Northup