White Slavery in the Barbary States Enriched edition. Unveiling the Forgotten Stories of Barbary State Captives【電子書籍】[ Charles Sumner ]

＜p＞In "White Slavery in the Barbary States," Charles Sumner provides a compelling exploration of the historical practice of slavery perpetrated by North African pirates known as the Barbary corsairs. Sumner employs a meticulous investigative approach, interweaving a richly detailed narrative with statistical evidence and firsthand accounts, highlighting the plight of American sailors captured in the early 19th century. Written during a period of increasing concern over American maritime security and the moral implications of slavery, the book serves as both a historical account and a critique of contemporary attitudes toward freedom and exploitation. Charles Sumner, an eminent American statesman and abolitionist, was deeply influenced by the socio-political climate of his time, particularly the fight against slavery both domestically and abroad. His background in law and his fervent advocacy for civil rights informed his perspective in addressing international slavery. Sumner's commitm．．．楽天市場のショップで商品詳細の続きを見る