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The book offers a comprehensive exploration of slavery's profound impact on global history, drawing on James Walvin's extensive research and insights. He skillfully connects the narratives of various regions, including Jamaica, the Gold Coast, Liverpool, and Maryland, to illustrate the cultural transformations and inhumanity associated with the slave trade. With a focus on accessibility, the text serves both students and general readers, providing a crucial understanding of this pivotal historical topic. Walvin's lyrical writing enhances the emotional resonance of this important subject.
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A World Transformed, James Walvin
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- A World Transformed
- Subtitle
- Slavery in the Americas and the Origins of Global Power
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James Walvin
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9780520386242
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, History, Business, Business & Management, Economics, American Literature, Sociology, Africa, American History
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- The book offers a comprehensive exploration of slavery's profound impact on global history, drawing on James Walvin's extensive research and insights. He skillfully connects the narratives of various regions, including Jamaica, the Gold Coast, Liverpool, and Maryland, to illustrate the cultural transformations and inhumanity associated with the slave trade. With a focus on accessibility, the text serves both students and general readers, providing a crucial understanding of this pivotal historical topic. Walvin's lyrical writing enhances the emotional resonance of this important subject.