A master historian traces African-American slavery in the United States from its beginnings in the 17th century to its fiery demise nearly 300 years later, providing a rich understanding of the slaves' experience that continues to mobilize American thought and passions today.
Ira Berlin Book order (chronological)
January 1, 1941 – June 5, 2018
Ira Berlin was a distinguished historian specializing in American slavery. His work delved into the complex themes of bondage and its impact on American society. Berlin was known for his deep research and insightful analyses that illuminated this crucial chapter of American history. His contributions to understanding the past were profound and lasting.
Many Thousand Gone: The First Two Centuries of Slavery in North America
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Ranging from the early 1600s to the beginning of the nineteenth century, a panoramic survey of the lives of blacks under slavery reveals the changing nature of slavery as the first generations of creole slaves gave way to the plantation workers. UP.