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Slavery In The Island Of Cuba: With Remarks On The Statements Of The British Press Relative To The Slave Trade

Slavery In The Island Of Cuba: With Remarks On The Statements Of The British Press Relative To The Slave Trade

Torrente, Mariano

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Anthropology21st Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 116308235X
ISBN13: 9781163082355
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Slavery in the Island of Cuba is a historical book written by Mariano Torrente. The book provides a comprehensive account of the slavery system in Cuba during the 19th century. The author discusses the origins of slavery in the country and the ways in which it was maintained and perpetuated. He also examines the role of the British press in shaping public opinion about the slave trade, and provides a critical analysis of their statements and claims.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of slavery in Cuba. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of slavery in the country, from its origins in the 16th century to the 19th century. The second chapter discusses the legal framework that supported the slavery system, including the various laws and regulations that governed the treatment of slaves.The third chapter examines the conditions under which slaves lived and worked, including their housing, food, and clothing. The author also discusses the various forms of punishment that were used to maintain discipline among the slave population.The fourth chapter focuses on the slave trade, including the ways in which slaves were acquired and transported to Cuba. The author provides a detailed analysis of the British press's coverage of the slave trade, and critiques their claims and assertions.The final chapter of the book offers some concluding remarks and reflections on the legacy of slavery in Cuba. The author argues that while slavery was a brutal and dehumanizing system, it also played a significant role in shaping the country's history and culture. Overall, Slavery in the Island of Cuba is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the history of slavery in the Caribbean.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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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