American Slavery: 1619-1877


American Slavery: 1619-1877
American Slavery: 1619-1877 by Peter Kolchin

Peter Kolchin's American Slavery remains the best introductory book on the topic that is central to the American story.


The single best short survey in America, now updated.
Includes a New Preface and Afterward

In terms of accessibility and comprehensive coverage, Kolchin's American Slavery is a singularly important achievement. Now updated to address a decade of new scholarship, the book includes a new preface, afterword, and revised and expanded bibliographic essay. It remains the best book to introduce a subject of profound and lasting importance, one that lies at the center of American history.


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