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Stedman, John Gabriel
1744
1797
Stedman, Jean-Gabriel
Barlow, Inigo
1759
Barlow, J. (John)
Barlow, John
Bartolozzi, Francesco
1727
1815
Bartolozzi, F. (Francesco)
Bartolozzi, Frao. (Francesco)
Blake, William
1757
1827
Blake, W. (William)
Conder, Thomas
1746
1831
Conder, T. (Thomas)
Conder, Thos. (Thomas)
Holloway, Thomas
1748
1827
Holloway, T. (Thomas)
Smith, Anker
1759
1819
Smith, A. (Anker)
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 ... Volume 2 (of 2)
Narrative, of a 5 years' expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana on the Wild Coast of South America; from the year 1772 to 1777 ... Volume 2 (of 2)
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Reading ease score: 51.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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"Narrative of a Five Years' Expedition Against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam" by J. G. Stedman is a historical account written during the late 18th century. The work chronicles Stedman's experiences as part of a military campaign in Surinam from 1772 to 1777. It explores the socio-political dynamics of colonialism while providing vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, fauna, and people of the region. Stedman's narrative also touches on themes such as the brutality of colonial rule and the resilience of the enslaved population. The opening of the narrative introduces the backdrop of the expedition and the context of the conflicts with the revolted enslaved population in Surinam. Stedman begins by detailing the arrival of fresh troops from Holland, setting the stage for military engagements. He recounts various encounters, including the arrival of comrades from earlier campaigns and the interpersonal dynamics among officers. The descriptions are rich with observations of the environment, highlighting the challenges faced by the troops in their quest and the chronicling of everyday life in the colony. Through personal anecdotes, such as his interactions with fellow soldiers and encounters with the local wildlife, the narrative immerses readers in the complexity of life during this turbulent period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Suriname -- Description and travel
Suriname -- History -- To 1814
Stedman, John Gabriel, 1744-1797 -- Travel -- Suriname
Slavery -- Suriname -- History -- 18th century
Indians of South America -- Guiana
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