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Between 1680 and 1807, approximately 2.7 million Africans were tragically uprooted from their homeland and forcibly transported across the Atlantic on British slave ships through a harrowing ordeal known as the ‘Middle Passage.’ This compelling book explores the profound significance of the slave ship, emphasizing that while there are few wrecked vessels at sea, archaeologists possess numerous avenues to study and understand them. Through an innovative interdisciplinary approach that integrates primary documentary sources, maritime and terrestrial archaeology, art, museum collections, and more, it seeks to reconstruct the narrative of British slaving vessels and trace their evolution over time in *Materializing the Middle Passage: A Historical Archaeology of British Slave Shipping, 1680-1807*.
In the second part of the book, the author delves into the intricate reception of slave ships and their trade goods upon arrival in coastal West Africa. This section highlights the diversity of African resources—including ivory, gold, and live animals—imported into Britain aboard returning slave ships, showcasing the complex economic exchanges that occurred as a result of this tragic trade.
The third segment shifts focus to the Middle Passage experiences endured by both captives and crew members. It argues for the necessity of recognizing the coping strategies employed by Africans during their harrowing voyage, illustrating how these individuals not only survived but also resisted their captivity, thus challenging the narrative of complete subjugation.
Jane Webster takes readers on a thought-provoking journey through the enigmatic account of the African Middle Passage experience, engaging with extensive scholarly works while unveiling the memories of ‘saltwater’ captives in the Caribbean and North America. She investigates the motivations behind the recollection of these crossings and their lasting impacts. This richly illustrated volume seamlessly integrates text and visuals, employing a theoretical framework that combines creolization and postcolonial theory, while emphasizing the material aspects of the slave ship and its operational systems.
ISBNs: 978-0198883555, 978-0198883562, 978-0199214594
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