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Narrative Of A Five Years Expedition Against The Revolted Negroes Of Surinam V2 (1806)

Narrative Of A Five Years Expedition Against The Revolted Negroes Of Surinam V2 (1806)

Stedman, John Gabriel

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesSouth American History

ISBN10: 1104884879
ISBN13: 9781104884871
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 10 2009
Pages: 506
Weight: 2.48
Height: 1.02 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Narrative Of A Five Years Expedition Against The Revolted Negroes Of Surinam V2 is a historical account written by John Gabriel Stedman in 1806. The book chronicles Stedman's experiences during his five-year expedition in Surinam, South America, where he fought against the revolting slaves who had taken control of the colony.This second volume of the narrative continues Stedman's vivid and detailed descriptions of the harsh realities of life in colonial Surinam. The book includes accounts of the brutal treatment of slaves by their owners, the harsh living conditions of the colonists, and the horrific violence that was inflicted on both sides during the conflict.Stedman's narrative also provides a unique insight into the customs and cultures of the indigenous people of Surinam, including the Maroons, who were descendants of escaped slaves and had formed their own communities in the jungle.Throughout the book, Stedman's writing is characterized by a deep sense of empathy for the enslaved people of Surinam, and he frequently criticizes the cruelty and injustice of the colonial system. The narrative is also notable for its detailed illustrations, which provide a visual record of the people, places, and events that Stedman witnessed during his time in Surinam.Overall, the Narrative Of A Five Years Expedition Against The Revolted Negroes Of Surinam V2 is a powerful and important historical document that sheds light on a little-known chapter in the history of slavery and colonialism in South America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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