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Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 William H. Williams

Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 By William H. Williams

Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 by William H. Williams

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A text for courses in colonial and antebellum history. It analyzes the 'peculiar institution' in the First State.

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Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 by William H. Williams

William H. Williams fills a gap in the literature on slavery in America. This book is the first comprehensive analysis of the 'peculiar institution' in the First State. An excellent text for courses in colonial and antebellum history, Slavery and Freedom in Delaware provides valuable insight into this unfortunate, unforgettable period in the nation's history.

Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 Reviews

Williams has relied on his thorough familiarity with manuscript resources in Delaware to provide readers with a developmental narrative of how slavery and freedom evolved in Delaware, and how the evolution of both affected blacks, whites, and their relationship with one another. Throughout, his authorial voice is moderate, his analysis is anchored in evidence, and his engagement in historiographical controversy is selective but nevertheless interesting and well considered. * Journal of the Early Republic *
A significant contribution to the study of North American slavery. . . . Williams locates his findings within the parameters of recent historiography, highlighting differences and similarities between slavery in Delaware and elsewhere. * Journal of Southern History *
Slavery and Freedom in Delaware is a rigorously researched and well-written study. . . . By focusing on a state not usually identified with the South-indeed, one that all would agree is exceptional-Williams has provided us with a deeper understanding of American slavery. * H-Net: Humanities and Social Science Reviews Online *
A well-researched, well-crafted study. Williams writes in a clear, straightforward style and brings considerable interpretation to a storehouse of information. * CHOICE *

About William H. Williams

William H. Williams is southern coordinator of the University of Delaware's Master of Arts in Liberal Studies Program and professor of history in the Del Tech/University of Delaware Parallel Program in Georgetown, Delaware.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Dutch Legacy and Its Aftermath Chapter 2 The Land and Labor Chapter 3 Images, Perceptions, and the Exercise of Control Chapter 4 Making a Life Despite Slavery Chapter 5 The Long Road to Freedom Chapter 6 A Mongrel Libery, A Mere Mock Freedom Chapter 7 A More Independent People

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CIN0842028471G
9780842028479
0842028471
Slavery and Freedom in Delaware, 1639-1865 by William H. Williams
William H. Williams
Used - Good
Paperback
Rowman & Littlefield
1999-02-01
270
N/A
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