This is a study that digs deeply into this 'other' slavery; the bondage of Europeans by North-African Muslims that flourished during the same centuries as the heyday of the trans-Atlantic trade from sub-Saharan Africa to the Americas. Here are explored the actual extent of Barbary Coast slavery; the dynamic relationship between master and slave; and the effects of this slaving on Italy; one of the slave takers' primary targets and victims.
#2498305 in Books Anchor 2008-01-08 2008-01-08Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.97 x .61 x 5.17l; .60 #File Name: 1400079365304 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The undergrund railway a path to freedomBy JeanI thought I knew about the underground railway; Sojourner Truth helping escaped slaves across the river to freedom. My view was so unrealistic after reading the book I know now the dangers of the slaves making their run to freedom. Even though Sojourner Truth did play an important part in the railway it was much larger and broader than I thought. This book helps me to understand the bravery and the stamina of the people who took the chance to make a run for freedom. Also those who helped them along the way; and the fairness of the Canadian Government which was all the slaves wanted and needed. Even though I'm reading the book electronically I still can see the pictures of the people and leaders in this drama. I think this should be a book of required reading because it shows the number of heros both Black and white that helped to fight for the black mans freedom.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. SatisfiedBy MilleIt was a gift for a friend.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Mark JensenA great book for anyone who wants to know more about the final stage of the underground railroad.
