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Set in the Dutch colony of Berbice during the eighteenth century, this historical account uncovers a significant yet overlooked slave rebellion. Historian Marjoleine Kars meticulously explores archival materials, bringing to light compelling first-person narratives from African-born slaves. The book sheds light on the struggles and resilience of the enslaved individuals, offering a profound insight into their fight for freedom and the impact of their rebellion on history.
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Blood on the River, Marjoleine Kars
- Language
- Released
- 2020
- Binding
- (Hardcover)
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- Title
- Blood on the River
- Subtitle
- A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marjoleine Kars
- Publisher
- New Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9781620974599
- Series
- Rating
- 4.1 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the Dutch colony of Berbice during the eighteenth century, this historical account uncovers a significant yet overlooked slave rebellion. Historian Marjoleine Kars meticulously explores archival materials, bringing to light compelling first-person narratives from African-born slaves. The book sheds light on the struggles and resilience of the enslaved individuals, offering a profound insight into their fight for freedom and the impact of their rebellion on history.