Frederick Douglas story

I read "Learning How to Read and Write" and I enjoyed it.  Most stories like this I would get bored of, but this one seemed interesting to me because it's hard to believe he had to sneak around to learn how to read and write.  These days people are normally required to learn to read and write.  The times have changed a lot since slavery I would say.  It is interesting to realize all the differences from earlier times til now.  I am thankful we do not have to hide if we want to read in public.  I enjoy reading excerpts like this, and hope to read more in the future.