Excerpt from White Servitude in the Colony of Virginia
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White Servitude in the Colony of Virginia - A Study of the System of Indentured Labor in the American Colonies is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing and often overlooked system of indentured servitude in colonial Virginia. It traces the evolution of this social institution from its early beginnings under the rule of the London Company to its establishment as a formal legal system in the Royal Colony. The author meticulously examines the various classes of labor, from tenants-at-halves and apprentices to the growing number of indentured servants. The book examines the complex relationship between the London Company and its colonists, highlighting the company's often exploitative policies and the struggles of those who sought a better life in the New World. It also explores the legal status of servants, outlining the terms of their indentures and the ways in which they were treated within the colony. The book further investigates the social status of servants, delving into their daily lives, their interactions with other classes, and their eventual transition to freedom. Through its detailed analysis, the book sheds light on a pivotal but often overlooked aspect of early American history, revealing the intricate social and economic forces that shaped the development of the colonies and the lives of those who lived within them. It underscores the essential role of servitude in the colonial system and its lasting impact on the social fabric of early America. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333550141_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333550141
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333550141
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)