ISBN: 9781331996064 - analysis of the report of a committee: of the house of commons on the extinction of slavery with notes by the editor (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a groundbreaking investigation into the realities of slavery in 19th-century Jamaica and its potential abolition. The author, an expert on the subject, draws upon extensive interviews with both slaves and slave owners to provide a nuanced and comprehensive account of life under this oppressive system. The book delves into the complexities of arguments for and against emancipation, exploring the profound moral, social, and economic implications of such a radical change. The author meticulously examines the conditions endured by slaves on Jamaican plantations and sugar estates, shedding light on the harsh realities of their daily lives. Through compelling first-hand accounts, the book exposes the brutality and dehumanization inherent in slavery, while also highlighting the resilience and determination of those who endured it. The author's thorough analysis of the economic and political forces that shaped the institution of slavery provides a deep understanding of its historical context. This book is a powerful indictment of slavery and a compelling argument for its abolition, offering valuable historical context for ongoing debates about racial justice and equality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…