Narrative of a Five Years' Expedition, Against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana, on the Wild Coast of South America; From the Year 1772, to 1777
John Gabriel Stedman
Narrative of a Five Years’ Expedition, Against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana, on the Wild Coast of South America; From the Year 1772, to 1777
John Gabriel Stedman
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In this firsthand account, John Gabriel Stedman describes his experiences leading a military expedition against the revolted slaves in Surinam from 1772 to 1777. Stedman offers a vivid portrayal of the brutal conditions of slavery in the Dutch colonies of South America, as well as the natural and cultural landscape of the region. This book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of slavery, colonialism, and the African diaspora in Latin America.
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