Slavery in Colonial America, 1619–1776,9780742544185

Slavery in Colonial America, 1619–1776

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ISBN13: 9780742544185
ISBN10: 0742544184
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2005-03-25
Publisher(s): Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
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Summary

Distinguished scholar Betty Wood clearly explains the evolution of the transatlantic slave trade and compares the regional social and economic forces that affected the growth of slavery in early America. In addition, Wood provides a window into the reality of slavery, presenting a true picture of daily life throughout the colonies.

Author Biography

Betty Wood is reader in American history at the University of Cambridge and fellow at Girton College, Cambridge

Table of Contents

Introduction vii
Chronology xiii
Chapter 1 The Consolidation of Slavery in the Mainland Colonies, 1619-1720 1(15)
Chapter 2 The Transatlantic Slave Trade 16(15)
Chapter 3 Worlds of Work 31(10)
Chapter 4 Family Lives 41(8)
Chapter 5 Religious Lives 49(11)
Chapter 6 Resistance and Rebellion 60(10)
Chapter 7 Critiques and Defenses of Slavery 70(17)
Appendix 87(4)
Documents 91(32)
Bibliographic Essay 123(4)
Index 127(4)
About the Author 131

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