Buy this book on-line Clarke, Duncan : Slaves & Slavery(Kent: Grange Books, 1998)
4to; laminated pictorial boards; laminated pictorial dustwrapper; pp. 192, incl. index; maps; monochrome illustrations in text; full-colour plates. Dustwrapper very slightly rubbed. Near fine condition. 'The African slave trade is one of the most tragic and disturbing episodes in the history of mankind, and the harrowing experiences of those who endured the ordeal are beyond imagination. A history of slavery is a narrative of human extremes, encompassing the depths of squalor, brutality, and exploitation as well as heroism, fortitude and dignity. With over 14 million slaves exported over several centuries to the Americas alone, the cultural scars of this terrible commerce remain deep to this day. Incredibly, at the end of the twentieth century, there are reports that the sale of human life continues. This account traces the chronology of the slave trade from its earliest documented presence in ancient societies. Illustrated with photographs, contemporary illustrations, and documents, it presents a comprehensive depiction of the lives of those unfortunates robbed of their freedom. Duncan Clarke provides a thorough discussion of the general social and political climate of the slavery era, as well as presenting the stories of individuals such as Henry "Box" Brown, whose daring escape became a cause celèbre for abolitionists, and Phillis Wheatley, a slave whose genius earned her respect as the first black American to be published as a poet.' Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Clarke, Duncan : Slaves & Slavery. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including livres illustrées, out of print books, used books, first editions and rare books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |