The suppression of the African slave-trade to the United States of America, 1638-1870.

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W. E. B. Du Bois: The suppression of the African slave-trade to the United States of America, 1638-1870. (1973, Kraus-Thomson Organization)

339 pages

English language

Published Dec. 11, 1973 by Kraus-Thomson Organization.

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978-0-527-25335-6
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The title of the book is "Suppression of the African Slave-Trade to the United States of America 1638-1870" by W. E. B. Du Bois.

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W. E. B. Du Bois's seminal work, "Suppression of the African Slave-Trade to the United States of America 1638-1870", is an incisive and meticulously researched exploration of one of the darkest chapters in American history. As Du Bois's first published book, it stands as a testament to his scholarly rigor and profound commitment to illuminating the historical realities of African Americans.

Du Bois systematically documents the rise and eventual decline of the transatlantic slave trade, beginning with the early colonial period and culminating in the legal cessation of the trade in 1870. His analysis is not merely descriptive but deeply analytical, offering insights into the economic, political, and social forces that sustained the trade over centuries. Du Bois adeptly navigates the complex interplay between international diplomacy, domestic politics, and economic imperatives, providing a comprehensive understanding of why the trade persisted for so long despite mounting opposition.

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  • Slave-trade -- United States -- History