Comparative and Global Framing of Enslavement

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The study of enslavement has gained urgency in recent years, with social scientists, legal scholars, human rights activists, and historians collaborating to create a unified perspective on both historical and contemporary forms of slavery. This shift has heightened awareness of enslavement as a global issue, encouraging a comparative, trans-regional approach that transcends time and space. The volume is divided into three parts, each contributing to a global understanding of enslavement. Part One focuses on the theoretical, ideological, and methodological aspects of the "global," "local," and "glocal." Part Two, titled "Regional and Trans-regional Perspectives of the Global," explores historical case studies that highlight the connection between mobility and the globalization of enslavement. Finally, Part Three presents personal viewpoints on the global, local, and glocal contexts. Contributors not only share their case studies but also aim to illustrate the insights and added value gained by situating their work within a broader framework. Through this comprehensive examination, the volume enhances our understanding of enslavement as an interconnected global phenomenon.