The Historical Encyclopedia of World Slavery (2 Volume Set) - Hardcover

Rodriguez, Junius P.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0874368855 ISBN 13: 9780874368857

Publisher: ABC-CLIO, 1997

Synopsis

The first work of its kind to document slavery on a global scale, The Historical Encyclopedia of World Slavery is a two volume set that provides an in depth portrayal of human bondage and the slave trade from ancient times to the present.

· Presents 700 topics of world slavery in 500 to 1,500 word entries that are extensively cross referenced with bibliographical citations for further research

· Biographies portray the lives of notable figures such as Harriet Tubman, Mansa Musa, Laroslav the Wise

· 100 illustrations, with maps accompanying core essays involving specific geographic locations

About this title

Book Description:

Throughout history, civilizations have sought to dominate each other for riches and glory, the conquered often being forced into slavery by their aggressors. Western expansion prospered on a foundation of institutionalized slavery, causing the 400 year African diaspora. This work delves into the practice of forced labor in the great empires and kingdoms of China, Persia, South America, India, and others around the world.

About the Author:

Junius P. Rodriguez, PhD, is associate professor of history at Eureka College, Eureka, IL. His published works include ABC-CLIO's award-winning The Louisiana Purchase and Chronology of World Slavery.

About this edition

• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0874368855
• ISBN 13: 9780874368857
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 805