Blood on the River

A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast

Autori

• Marjoleine Kars

Parametri

• 384 pagine
• 14 ore di lettura

• Africa
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Saggistica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of an eighteenth-century slave rebellion in the Dutch colony of Berbice, this historical account uncovers a largely overlooked event. Historian Marjoleine Kars delves into archival records, bringing to light gripping narratives and rare first-person testimonies from African-born slaves. The book highlights the resilience and struggles of those involved, shedding new light on this significant yet forgotten chapter of history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022

(In brossura)