A Civilised Savagery

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The book explores the resurgence of anti-slavery activism in Great Britain during the two decades leading up to World War One. Unlike earlier movements that targeted the trans-Atlantic slave trade, these abolitionists addressed the 'new slaveries' linked to European imperialism in Africa. They condemned oppressive labor practices such as taxation and indentured servitude, while also highlighting the atrocities associated with these systems. This revival reflects a critical shift in focus towards contemporary forms of exploitation and injustice.