Over more than two centuries men; women; and children escaped from slavery to make the Southern wilderness their home. They hid in the mountains of Virginia and the low swamps of South Carolina; they stayed in the neighborhood or paddled their way to secluded places; they buried themselves underground or built comfortable settlements. Known as maroons; they lived on their own or set up communities in swamps or other areas where they were not likely to be discovered.
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful. informativeBy A CustomerThis book answers a lot of questions about the Latino culture; experience; past; present and future. Some essays tell stories; while others are plain facts. This book has about 670 pages; yet it is a fast and informative read where you can't put the book down. It is organized by section of topic and gives suggested reading lists at the end of each chapter. A good introductory to Latin American studies; historically; culturally; and sociologically. It gives a lot of information for the price; you will not regret buying this book.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Christina D.As described.6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book; but know in advance....By MPMcExcellent book; but know in advance that this book is heavily skewed toward legal topics and lawyer authors. While much of the legal writing is dense for lay readers; it is often well worth the effort. The selections authored by Margaret Montoya; Kevin Johnson; editor Richard Delgado; and non-attorney Gloria Anzaldua were the very best of this remarkably well-written anthology.
