Rough Crossings (Oberon Modern Plays)

Rough Crossings by Simon Schama is a reprint edition published by Oberon Books on April 1, 2008, featuring 128 pages in English. This stage adaptation, crafted by Caryl Phillips, presents a narrative set against the backdrop of the American War of Independence. The story follows a plantation slave and a British Naval Officer as they embark on a journey in search of freedom, navigating the complexities of race and ambition in their quest for equality.

Readers will find a compelling exploration of the historical context surrounding slavery, as the narrative sweeps from the Deep South of America to West Africa. The work highlights the transformative convictions of its characters and their impact on attitudes toward slavery. This edition captures the essence of a true story that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in the British Empire, reflecting on themes of freedom and equality within the framework of dramatic literature.