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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass · Character

Matthews

A slaveholder who hires Douglass.

minor

Also known as Matthews, General Matthews, young Matthews

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Matthews first appears in 0012 x.

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  • Key Figures in Douglass's Life
  • Protagonist
  • Cruel Overseers and Masters

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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