The Atrocities of a Convent, or the Necessity of Thinking for Ourselves, Vol. 3
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2022
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book is a riveting account of the life and adventures of Zimbo, an African prince who is betrayed and sold into slavery. After enduring unspeakable horrors, Zimbo escapes and joins a group of escaped slaves, the Maroons. Together, they fight for their freedom and establish their own independent community. The book explores the themes of slavery, freedom and oppression, and the resilience of the human spirit against unimaginable adversity. The author's vivid descriptions and compelling characters will transport you to the heart of 18th-century Jamaica and leave you deeply moved by the struggles and triumphs of Zimbo and his fellow slaves. 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.
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- Title
- The Atrocities of a Convent, or the Necessity of Thinking for Ourselves, Vol. 3
- Author
- Citizen of the World
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331451922
- ISBN 13
- 9781331451921
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Harrowing voyage, enduring courage, and the fight for self-determination.
A vivid historical narrative follows the lives of captives torn from their homeland and forced into a treacherous voyage. Through the eyes of Zimeo and Ellaroe, the story unfolds at the edge of empire, exposing both the brutality of slavery and the stubborn strength of those who resist it. Set against the backdrop of Benin and the Atlantic, the book blends personal memory with reflections on education, justice, and the bonds that sustain people under extreme oppression.
Readers will witness a complex portrait of culture, power, and humanity as the characters navigate captivity, hope, and the effort to reclaim dignity. The narrative moves from village life to perilous sea passages, revealing how love and loyalty can endure even when freedom is stripped away. It also contemplates the values and flaws of both the enslaved and the enslavers, inviting thoughtful consideration without shying from painful truths.- Intense and compassionate depiction of life before, during, and after capture.
- Vivid settings from Benin to the open sea and ships bound for unknown futures.
- Exploration of mentorship, education, and the struggle to maintain integrity under pressure.
- Themes of resilience, unity, and the will to seek liberty and meaning.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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