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The book offers an expansive exploration of slavery's profound influence on global history, emphasizing mass migration and cultural transformation. James Walvin, drawing from over fifty years of research, presents a compelling narrative that connects various regions, including Jamaica, the Gold Coast, and Liverpool. His lyrical writing style and deep insights make this work accessible to both students and general readers. By synthesizing key scholarship, it illuminates the complex legacy of slavery, encouraging a deeper understanding of its impact on the modern world.
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A World Transformed, James Walvin
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- 2024
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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
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9780520397859
- 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 an expansive exploration of slavery's profound influence on global history, emphasizing mass migration and cultural transformation. James Walvin, drawing from over fifty years of research, presents a compelling narrative that connects various regions, including Jamaica, the Gold Coast, and Liverpool. His lyrical writing style and deep insights make this work accessible to both students and general readers. By synthesizing key scholarship, it illuminates the complex legacy of slavery, encouraging a deeper understanding of its impact on the modern world.