Britain’s Slave Trade
“Britain’s Slave Trade” by S. I. Martin, published by Channel 4 Books in 1999, is a first UK edition comprising 167 pages. This book explores the significant yet often overlooked effects of the slave trade on contemporary Britain, drawing on the testimonies of two individuals: one a descendant of a slave and the other a descendant of a slave trader.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the historical context surrounding the slave trade and its lasting implications on society. The narrative delves into themes of discrimination, race, and ethnic relations, providing insights into how these issues continue to resonate in modern times. Through the personal stories presented, the book aims to illuminate the complex legacy of slavery within the framework of British history and its political and social dimensions.
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Basing its structure on the testimonies of two of our contemporaries, one the descendant of a slave the other of a slave trader, this book reveals the enormous but unrecognised impact the slave trade has had on modern Britain.
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