Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This thought-provoking book presents a detailed examination of slavery in the 1800s, specifically contrasting the Spanish colonial system with that of other European nations in the West Indies. The author argues that the Spanish approach was far more humane and protective of enslaved individuals, citing laws that limited working hours, provided medical care, and promoted religious instruction. Comparing these policies to the harsh and exploitative practices in British and French colonies, the book highlights the stark differences in the treatment of enslaved people and the consequences for their well-being and opportunities. Through meticulous research and historical analysis, this book sheds light on a neglected aspect of colonial history, revealing both the complexities of slavery and the potential for humane treatment within its oppressive system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.