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Diane Frost

    From the Pit to the Market
    Work and Community Among West African Migrant Workers Since the Nineteenth Century
    Militant Liverpool
    • 2013

      Militant Liverpool

      • 223pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      An even-handed reassessment of the 'Militant' period in Liverpool, including interviews with many of the key protagonists.

      Militant Liverpool
    • 2012

      From the Pit to the Market

      Politics & the Diamond Economy in Sierra Leone

      • 248pagine
      • 9 ore di lettura

      The book explores how corporate neo-colonialism in Sierra Leone's diamond trade has hindered the country's social and economic development. It highlights the exclusion and marginalization of Sierra Leone from wealthier nations, emphasizing the ongoing reliance on international aid as a consequence of this exploitation. Through critical analysis, it sheds light on the detrimental effects of foreign corporate interests on local prosperity.

      From the Pit to the Market
    • 1999

      Focusing on the Kru people, this book uncovers their significant yet overlooked role in British colonial trade as ship's laborers and seafarers. It explores their contributions and experiences, shedding light on a vital aspect of West African history that has often been neglected. Through meticulous research, the author aims to reclaim the narrative of the Kru, highlighting their impact on maritime activities and the broader implications for understanding colonial dynamics.

      Work and Community Among West African Migrant Workers Since the Nineteenth Century