The Raven, and The Philosophy of Composition (Edition2) - Couverture souple

D Jervey, Theodore

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9374126273 ISBN 13 : 9789374126271

Editeur : Alpha Edition, 2025

Synopsis

Chains clatter in the shadows of history, yet the echoes still shape our world. Few moments in the human story are as haunting and consequential as the rise of the African slave trade, a system that not only tore families apart but also forged the tangled legacies of race and colour relations that persist today. This remarkable volume, out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, offers an unflinching exploration of the transatlantic slavery study, tracing its roots through the colonial era's oppressive machinery and into the conscience of nineteenth-century America. Through vivid historical detail and incisive analysis, it reveals how the Atlantic world's demand for human labour transformed societies on both sides of the ocean, embedding the scars of slavery in world history. Restored for today's and future generations, this edition stands as both an academic research resource and a narrative of deep human resonance. Scholars will find its comparative slavery studies indispensable for understanding the global dimensions of bondage and resistance, while casual readers are drawn into the lived realities behind the statistics-the harrowing journeys, the struggle for freedom, and the evolving fight for abolition of slavery. The book's nuanced examination of colour, identity, and power continues to illuminate debates within university history curriculum and beyond, making its insights as vital now as they were in the era it chronicles. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously restored to preserve its literary and historical significance. Whether you are building a classic collection or seeking to understand the roots of modern injustices, this work invites reflection on the enduring impact of colonial-era oppression and the ongoing quest for justice. Its pages bear witness to the courage, suffering, and resilience that shaped the Atlantic world, ensuring that the lessons of the past remain alive for generations to come.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha Edition
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9374126273
• ISBN 13: 9789374126271
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 228
• Coordonnées du fabricant: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italie