Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 4 by Stedman
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| Author | Stedman, John Gabriel, 1744-1797 |
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| Title | Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 4 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Summary | "Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 4" by John Gabriel Stedman is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book chronicles the author's experiences and observations during his travels in Suriname and the surrounding regions of Guiana, focusing particularly on the culture, economy, and the stark realities of slavery in the area. The opening of this work provides a vivid depiction of life in Suriname, introducing various characters, including the notorious Graman Quacy, who was known for his influential role among the enslaved population. Stedman reflects on his interactions with local planters and soldiers, detailing the horrors and challenges faced by both the colonizers and the enslaved. He conveys poignant moments of humanity, such as his emotional connection with those around him, including the heart-wrenching choice related to his son’s freedom. This initial portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the complexities of colonial life, the plantation economy, and the struggle against the inhumanity of slavery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | F2351: Latin America local history: Guiana |
| Subject | Slavery -- Suriname |
| Subject | Suriname -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Suriname -- History -- To 1814 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8099 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 25, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 54 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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