A Civilised Savagery

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The book explores the resurgence of anti-slavery activism in Great Britain prior to World War One, highlighting how abolitionists shifted their focus from the trans-Atlantic slave trade to the 'new slaveries' of European imperialism in Africa. It examines their condemnation of coercive labor systems, including taxation and indentured servitude, as well as the atrocities associated with these practices, showcasing a pivotal moment in the fight against injustice.