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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers back to the era of transatlantic slavery, offering a unique perspective through the story of Captain Hugh Crow, a slave trader who faced moral dilemmas and personal growth amidst the horrors of the trade. The author, an expert in maritime history, reconstructs Crow's life from his own notes, revealing the complexities of a man who, while complicit in the atrocities of slavery, also possessed a humane conscience. Through Crow's experiences, the book examines the justifications and realities of the slave trade in the 19th century, exploring the interplay of personal ambition, economic necessity, and ethical struggles that shaped the lives of those involved. The author's deep research and nuanced analysis offer a fresh perspective on this dark chapter in history, illuminating the human complexities that lie beneath the surface of historical events and challenging conventional understandings of good and evil in an era defined by its moral contradictions. 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 9781334097522_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334097522
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334097522
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)