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Show 68 - BLITZ Human Resources

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Show 68 - BLITZ Human Resources includes mentions of Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South by William Sumner Jenkins, The Slave Trade by Hugh Thomas, The Light in the Darkness by Anthony Pagdon, and Facing Racial Revolution by Jeremy D. Popkin, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.

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Indexed context: The host mentions 'Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South' to illustrate the historical debate surrounding slavery in early American Congress. This boo…

The Slave Trade
Hugh Thomas

Indexed context: The host discusses the complexities of slavery during the 15th and 16th centuries, emphasizing its deep interconnection with the economic systems of…

Indexed context: The host mentions 'The Light in the Darkness' to highlight the moral evolution of de las Casas in response to the injustices faced by indigenous peop…

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The Atlantic Slave Trade mixes centuries of human bondage with violence, economics, commerce, geo-political competition, liberty, morality, injustice, revolution, tragedy and bloody reckonings. That sounds like a lot, yet this show merely scratches the surface of this enormous subject.
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Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South
William Sumner Jenkins

The host mentions 'Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South' to illustrate the historical debate surrounding slavery in e…

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The Slave Trade
Hugh Thomas

The host discusses the complexities of slavery during the 15th and 16th centuries, emphasizing its deep interconnecti…

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The Light in the Darkness
Anthony Pagdon

The host mentions 'The Light in the Darkness' to highlight the moral evolution of de las Casas in response to the inj…

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Facing Racial Revolution
Jeremy D. Popkin

The host discusses the complexities of racial identity during the American and French Revolutions, highlighting how l…

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Slavery, A World History
Milton Meltzer

The host references 'Slavery, A World History' to illustrate the brutal realities of slave markets, highlighting the…

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the strongest card in the hands of american abolitionists
david breon davis

The host discusses how the principles of the American Revolution created a significant contradiction in a slave socie…

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The Haitian Revolution
David Gagas

The host references David Gagas's book, 'The Haitian Revolution,' to illustrate the brutal punishment faced by Vincen…

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How the Word is Past
Clint Segal

The host mentions 'How the Word is Past' to explore the ongoing impact of American slavery as observed through histor…

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  • The conversation centers on historical context of slavery.
  • A second recurring theme is African slave trade.
  • Referenced books include Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South by William Sumner Jenkins and The Slave Trade by Hugh Thomas.
  • Related interests include Historians and students of American history and Historians and students of economics.

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Historians and students of American historyHistorians and students of economicsHistorians and readers interested in human rights and colonial historyHistorians and readers interested in racial studiesHistorians and those interested in social justiceHistorians and students of colonial history

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Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South cover
Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around Debate on slavery laws

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The speaker references a book written in the South in 1935 by William Sumner Jenkins, discussing the debate over slavery in Congress and the arguments between abolitionists and pro-slavery representatives.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of American history
Indexed context: At the turn of the century, from 1799 to 1800, sparring again took place in Congress on the slavery issue.
The host mentions 'Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South' to illustrate the historical debate surrounding slavery in early American Congress. This book provides insight into the conflicting views of abolitionists and pro-slavery advocates during a critical period in U.S. history.
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The Slave Trade
Hugh Thomas
Best for Historians and students of economicsOften cited around historical context of slavery

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In his book, The Slave Trade, author Hugh Thomas calls what's happening in the Caribbean during this time period a population collapse, and it warms the cuckolds of every humanist's heart to hear somebody screaming out about the injustice of it.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of economics
Indexed context: The bottom line, though, is one of the things where you start to say, Okay, now, why did this happen?
The host discusses the complexities of slavery during the 15th and 16th centuries, emphasizing its deep interconnection with the economic systems of the time. They reference 'The Slave Trade' to highlight the historical factors that contributed to the emergence of a globalized economy reliant on human bondage.
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The Light in the Darkness cover
Best for Historians and readers interested in human rights and colonial historyOften cited around historical injustice and evolution

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It's recounted in the book, The Light in the Darkness, which is a book that's been published in the introduction to the Penguin version I have of de las Casas is a short account of the destruction of the Indies.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in human rights and colonial history
Indexed context: Pagdon then writes, quote, The last three questions were to become the reference of every subsequent struggle to defend the rights of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
The host mentions 'The Light in the Darkness' to highlight the moral evolution of de las Casas in response to the injustices faced by indigenous peoples. The book serves as a historical account that illustrates the struggles and changes in perspective regarding human rights during colonization.
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Facing Racial Revolution
Jeremy D. Popkin
Best for Historians and readers interested in racial studiesOften cited around historical racial discrimination

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I got his account by the way out of Jeremy D. Popkin's book Facing Racial Revolution, where there are echoes and vibes that remind me of the early weeks of the Cambodian genocide.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in racial studies
Indexed context: Historian Jeremy D. Popkin in his book, Facing Racial Revolution, which is a book of primary sources.
The host discusses the complexities of racial identity during the American and French Revolutions, highlighting how language and societal views shaped perceptions of race. Jeremy D. Popkin's book, 'Facing Racial Revolution,' is referenced to illustrate the primary lens of racial makeup through which individuals in Saint-Domingue viewed their world.
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Slavery, A World History cover
Best for Historians and those interested in social justiceOften cited around slave market sales

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In Slavery, A World History, Milton Meltzer has a firsthand account of an eyewitness observer that was in hate in the period, I'm sure it was a little before this period.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in social justice
Indexed context: He then points out that when the slaves were bought a second time, the first time they're bought is on the coast of Africa and they're branded then, and he says now when they're bought again, they're branded again.
The host references 'Slavery, A World History' to illustrate the brutal realities of slave markets, highlighting the inhumane treatment of individuals during sales. This book provides a detailed account of the practices and conditions that characterized these transactions, emphasizing the moral outrage they provoke.
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Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around hypocrisy of American ideals

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David breon davis says this is the greatest weapon in the arsenal of american abolitionists the ability to hold a mirror up to people.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of American history
Indexed context: the strongest card in the hands of american abolitionists was their ability to indict the entire american nation for what appeared to be the most hypocritical contradiction in all human history
The host discusses how the principles of the American Revolution created a significant contradiction in a slave society, highlighting the hypocrisy of claiming all men are created equal while enslaving others. David Breon Davis's book is referenced to emphasize the power of abolitionists to expose this hypocrisy as a means of advocating for freedom.
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The Haitian Revolution cover
Best for Historians and students of colonial historyOften cited around Vincent Auger's insurrection

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Leclerc writes a note to the Navy minister, detailing the losses of his regiment during the Haitian Revolution, which is reprinted in David Gagas's The Haitian Revolution.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of colonial history
Indexed context: Thereafter, they shall be led to the main square of this town, where on the side opposite the one used for the execution of whites, they shall have their arms, shins, thighs and pelvis bone broken while alive on a scaffold erected for this purpose.
The host references David Gagas's book, 'The Haitian Revolution,' to illustrate the brutal punishment faced by Vincent Auger for leading an insurrection in 1791. This discussion highlights the horrific nature of colonial justice and the symbolic violence used to maintain control over enslaved populations.
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How the Word is Past cover
Best for Individuals interested in American history and the complexities of slavery.Often cited around legacies of American slavery

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The book discusses the legacies of American slavery as the author travels around and engages with historical contexts, particularly focusing on Thomas Jefferson's legacy.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in American history and the complexities of slavery.
Indexed context: Smith has a very interesting line where, because all of us who are Thomas Jefferson fans, and if you like the idea that all men are created equal, you know, the, the, the Declaration of Independence stuff, I mean, all of that is Jefferson and Jeffersonian.
The host mentions 'How the Word is Past' to explore the ongoing impact of American slavery as observed through historical figures like Thomas Jefferson. The book provides insights into the contradictions of liberty and slavery, prompting a deeper reflection on societal values.
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Best for Historians and students of African American historyOften cited around slave narratives and experiences

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In the book Pioneers of the Black Atlantic, which is a compilation of several different slave stories, a slave, Aladue Equiano points out what it was like below decks for him during the middle passage crossing.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of African American history
Indexed context: there's a book i picked up because uh brenda stevenson was quoting from it called pioneers of the black atlantic which is a several different slave narratives
The host references 'Pioneers of the Black Atlantic' to highlight the complexity and diversity of slave experiences, particularly the narratives of those captured in Africa versus those born into slavery in the Americas. This book serves as a crucial resource for understanding the historical context and personal stories that are often overlooked in discussions about slavery.
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What Is Slavery
Amanda E. Stevenson
Best for Historians and individuals interested in the history of slaveryOften cited around value of African slaves

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Amanda E. Stevenson, a historian who wrote What Is Slavery, where she reminds us that the trauma that is slavery starts much earlier in the process than we think it does.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and individuals interested in the history of slavery
Indexed context: Amanda E. Stevenson, a historian who wrote What Is Slavery, where she reminds us that the trauma that is slavery starts much earlier in the process than we think it does.
The host references Amanda E. Stevenson’s book 'What Is Slavery' to highlight the early trauma experienced by individuals captured for slavery. This context is crucial for understanding the complexities of value assigned to slaves based on their skills and experiences.
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Best for Historians and those interested in social justiceOften cited around historical accounts of slavery

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A wonderful book called Voices from Slavery, and it's one of several that's been produced with original primary source remembrances of slaves.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Historians and those interested in social justice
Indexed context: There was a wonderful book called Voices from Slavery, and it's one of several that's been produced with original primary source remembrances of slaves.
The host mentions 'Voices from Slavery' to highlight the importance of firsthand accounts from former slaves, which provide invaluable insights into the horrors of slavery. These narratives, collected during the Great Depression, serve as a crucial resource for understanding the complexities of that era and the human experiences within it.
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The Life and Times of
Frederick Douglass
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Best for Anyone interested in American historyOften cited around Frederick Douglass's impact

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Frederick Douglass, who I've always considered to be sort of the black founding father, he's one of the more impressive human beings in American history if you've not read his autobiographies.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Anyone interested in American history
Indexed context: he's one of the more impressive human beings in American history if you've not read his autobiographies.
The host highlights Frederick Douglass as a pivotal figure in American history, likening him to a founding father. They encourage listeners to read his autobiographies to understand his significance better.
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Best for students and scholars of history and race relationsOften cited around historical views on race

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Laurent Dubois in Avengers of the New World describes Bookman as the most visible leader during the first days of the insurrection.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: students and scholars of history and race relations
Indexed context: the code noir stipulations about emancipation however like those regarding the treatment of slaves were steadily undermined during the 18th century attempting to counter the increasing size and power of communities of free people of color colonial administrators required masters who freed their slaves to pay liberty taxes and they gradually made african ancestry a legal liability
The host discusses the systemic racism and legal discrimination faced by free people of color in historical contexts, referencing the book 'Avengers of the New World' to illustrate these points. The book provides a detailed examination of how laws were enacted to maintain racial hierarchies and suppress the rights of those with African ancestry.
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Inhuman Bondage
David Brion Davis
Best for Historians and students of slaveryOften cited around African slave trade

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Davis writes about the statistics showing the flow of slave labor from Africa to the New World, emphasizing the shocking numbers of enslaved individuals transported.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of slavery
Indexed context: Davis writes, quote, colonists agreed that the labor of one black was worth that of several Indians, end quote.
The host references 'Inhuman Bondage' to highlight the historical context of the African slave trade and its implications on the concept of race. This book provides a critical examination of how labor value was assigned based on race during the colonial period.
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What is Slavery?
Brenda A. Stevenson
Best for Students and scholars of historyOften cited around historical context of slavery

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Historian Brenda A. Stevenson from UCLA, whom we quoted earlier in her book, What is Slavery?, goes over the numbers a bit.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Students and scholars of history
Indexed context: Historian Brenda A. Stevenson from UCLA, whom we quoted earlier in her book, What is Slavery? goes over the numbers a little bit.
The host references Brenda A. Stevenson's book 'What is Slavery?' to provide a detailed examination of the numbers and historical context surrounding the transatlantic slave trade. This book is used to highlight the complexities and the economic implications of slavery, emphasizing the significant loss of life and the harsh realities faced by enslaved Africans.
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Freedom
James Walvin
Best for Historians and students of African historyOften cited around slave trade logistics

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Author James Walvin in Freedom explains where all this wealth comes from, stating that the entire system depended on African slave labor.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of African history
Indexed context: millions of africans spent months at sea before they even left for the americas
The host references 'Freedom' by James Walvin to highlight the brutal realities of the slave trade, particularly the conditions enslaved Africans faced before even boarding ships. Walvin's insights reveal the extended suffering and dehumanization that occurred during the transport process, challenging common perceptions of the Atlantic slave trade.
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In Human Bondage
David Breon Davis
Best for Historians and readers interested in colonial history and its impactsOften cited around impact of diseases on societies

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The excerpt mentions Davis's book to highlight the impact of diseases on the Amerindian population during colonization.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in colonial history and its impacts
Indexed context: Davis writes, quote, the amerindians throughout the hemisphere had little capacity for resisting imported diseases both temperate and tropical pathogens including smallpox malaria yellow fever influenza typhus and the plague.
The host references 'In Human Bondage' to highlight the catastrophic effects of diseases on indigenous populations during European colonization. The book provides a historical perspective on the population collapse caused by these diseases, emphasizing the profound societal changes that ensued.
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Best for Historians and those interested in American historyOften cited around modern day slavery

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The declaration says we hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in American history
Indexed context: Can the liberties of a nation be thought secure when we have removed their only firm basis?
The host discusses the paradox of Thomas Jefferson's legacy as a proponent of liberty while being a slave owner. This contradiction is highlighted through Jefferson's own writings, which reflect his awareness of the moral implications of slavery.
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Facing Racial Revolution
Jeremy D. Popkin
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Best for Historians and readers interested in racial studiesOften cited around historical racial discrimination

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Popkin discusses the racial dynamics in Saint-Domingue during the era leading up to the French Revolution, emphasizing the racial makeup and discrimination faced by individuals of African descent.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in racial studies
Indexed context: Historian Jeremy D. Popkin in his book, Facing Racial Revolution, which is a book of primary sources.
The host discusses the complexities of racial identity and discrimination during the American and French Revolutions, highlighting how these issues were central to the experiences of individuals in the French colony of Saint-Domingue. Jeremy D. Popkin's book, 'Facing Racial Revolution,' provides primary sources that illustrate how racial makeup was the primary lens through which people viewed their world at that time.
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slavery of world history cover
Best for Historians and students of social dynamicsOften cited around slavery and societal dynamics

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There's a primary source letter I believe it was that's recounted in melzer's book slavery of world history.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of social dynamics
Indexed context: how much more scared are you going to be with a ratio of 200 to five
The host references Melzer's book to illustrate the complexities and fears surrounding the institution of slavery, particularly from the perspective of slave owners. By discussing a primary source from a French family in Haiti, the host highlights the psychological and social tensions inherent in such a power dynamic.
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Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around Debate on slavery laws

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I went out and got a hold of a book called, a book written in the South, right, the University of North Carolina, in 1935, called Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of American history
Indexed context: At the turn of the century, from 1799 to 1800, sparring again took place in Congress on the slavery issue.
The host references 'Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South' to illustrate the historical debate surrounding slavery in early American Congress. This book provides insight into the conflicting views of early abolitionists and pro-slavery advocates, highlighting the complexities of the issue.
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the declaration of the rights of man and the citizen cover
Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around hypocrisy of founding fathers

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When the french revolution started 1789 which is the year the u.s constitution signed in 1787 goes into effect so they're close behind thomas jefferson's in france helping lafayette draft things like the declaration of the rights of man and the citizen.

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Historians and students of American history
Indexed context: jefferson is all by himself a perfect as we've said symbol of the hypocrisy
The host discusses the contradictions in the founding documents of the United States, particularly highlighting Thomas Jefferson's involvement in both the Declaration of Independence and the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen. This mention serves to illustrate the complexities and moral ambiguities of historical figures who contributed to human rights while simultaneously perpetuating slavery.
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Best for Historians and social justice advocatesOften cited around slavery and moral progress

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The arc of the moral universe is long but it bends towards justice that's sort of the wig view of history that we're making progress.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and social justice advocates
Indexed context: the arc of the moral universe is long but it bends towards justice
The host references 'the arc of the moral universe' to discuss the historical shifts in attitudes towards slavery and justice. They highlight how societal changes can lead to significant moral progress, while also cautioning against complacency in believing that progress is inevitable.
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Best for Historians and those interested in social justiceOften cited around slave market sales

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Milton Meltzer describes a typical slave market sale, detailing the chaotic and brutal nature of the process, including the treatment of slaves during sales.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in social justice
Indexed context: He said, after the walking skeletons had been disposed of, they were sold.
The host references 'Slavery, A World History' to illustrate the brutal realities of slave markets as described by Milton Meltzer. This book provides a detailed account of the inhumane practices surrounding the sale of slaves, emphasizing the dehumanization involved.
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What Is Slavery
Amanda E. Stevenson
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Best for Historians and individuals interested in the history of slaveryOften cited around Understanding the value of slaves

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Amanda E. Stevenson, a historian who wrote What Is Slavery, where she reminds us that the trauma that is slavery starts much earlier in the process than we think it does.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and individuals interested in the history of slavery
Indexed context: Amanda E. Stevenson, a historian who wrote What Is Slavery, where she reminds us that the trauma that is slavery starts much earlier in the process than we think it does.
The host references Amanda E. Stevenson's book 'What Is Slavery' to highlight the early trauma associated with slavery, particularly during the capture process. This context is crucial for understanding the complexities of slave valuation and the skills that made certain individuals more desirable as laborers in the New World.
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Best for Historians and those interested in American historyOften cited around legacies of American slavery

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I was reading a book called How the Word is Past by Clint Segal, and it's about sort of the legacies of American slavery that he can see when he travels around.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in American history
Indexed context: Smith has a very interesting line where, because all of us who are Thomas Jefferson fans, and if you like the idea that all men are created equal, you know, the, the, the Declaration of Independence stuff, I mean, all of that is Jefferson and Jeffersonian.
The host mentions 'How the Word is Past' to explore the ongoing impact of American slavery and its historical contradictions, particularly through the lens of Thomas Jefferson's legacy. The book provides insights into how modern perceptions of slavery are intertwined with historical narratives and the moral complexities of figures like Jefferson.
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Best for Historians and students of colonial historyOften cited around Vincent Auger's insurrection

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Gagas's book provides a sense of the losses during the Haitian Revolution, detailing the devastating impact on French troops and the ongoing civil war.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of colonial history
Indexed context: Thereafter, they shall be led to the main square of this town, where on the side opposite the one used for the execution of whites, they shall have their arms, shins, thighs and pelvis bone broken while alive on a scaffold erected for this purpose.
The host discusses the brutal punishment of Vincent Auger for leading an insurrection in Saint-Domingue, referencing David Gagas's book for detailed accounts of the sentencing. This book is highlighted to illustrate the horrific nature of colonial justice and its implications on the enslaved population's struggle for rights.
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The Slave Trade
Hugh Thomas
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Best for Historians and students of economicsOften cited around historical context of slavery

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Hugh Thomas calls what's happening in the Caribbean during this time period a population collapse, highlighting the injustice faced by the indigenous peoples.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of economics
Indexed context: The bottom line, though, is one of the things where you start to say, Okay, now, why did this happen?
The host discusses the complexities of slavery during the 15th and 16th centuries, highlighting its deep interconnection with the economic systems of the time. They reference 'The Slave Trade' to explore the historical factors that contributed to the emergence of a globalized economy reliant on human bondage.
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Best for students and scholars of history and race relationsOften cited around historical views on race

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Dubois quotes contemporary sources about the violent race war and the brutal conditions faced by both sides during the Haitian Revolution.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: students and scholars of history and race relations
Indexed context: the code noir stipulations about emancipation however like those regarding the treatment of slaves were steadily undermined during the 18th century attempting to counter the increasing size and power of communities of free people of color colonial administrators required masters who freed their slaves to pay liberty taxes
The host discusses the systemic discrimination faced by free people of color in colonial societies, referencing the book 'Avengers of the New World' to highlight the legal and social barriers imposed on them. This book provides a detailed examination of how laws were crafted to maintain racial hierarchies and limit the freedoms of those with African ancestry.
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Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around Thomas Jefferson and slavery

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Smith writes, quote, what's fascinating about Jefferson is that this is a flaw of which he was wholly cognizant in notes on the state of Virginia.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of American history
Indexed context: what's fascinating about Jefferson is that this is a flaw of which he was wholly cognizant in notes on the state of Virginia.
The host discusses the contradictions in Thomas Jefferson's views on slavery as expressed in his work 'Notes on the State of Virginia.' This book is highlighted to illustrate Jefferson's awareness of the moral implications of slavery and its impact on society.
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Best for Historians and readers interested in moral philosophyOften cited around historical injustice and evolution

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It's recounted in the book, The Light in the Darkness, which is a book that's been published in the introduction to the Penguin version I have of de las Casas is a short account of the destruction of the Indies.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in moral philosophy
Indexed context: He then turned upon the colonists now quoting the friar, quote, With what right he demanded of them.
The host mentions 'The Light in the Darkness' to illustrate the historical context of de las Casas' evolving views on the treatment of indigenous peoples. This book serves as a reference point for understanding the moral complexities and contradictions in his life and actions.
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The World That Fear Made
Jason T. Sharples
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Best for Historians and those interested in the complexities of slaveryOften cited around system of violence in slavery

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Jason T. Sharples describes the system of violence and coercion that maintained slavery, emphasizing the role of fear in controlling enslaved people.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in the complexities of slavery
Indexed context: In The World That Fear Made, historian Jason T. Sharples describes this system as based on force, and that is in a very real, non-exaggerated sense, a system of violence.
The host references 'The World That Fear Made' to illustrate the mechanisms of control and violence that underpin the institution of slavery. Sharples' work is used to highlight how fear was a fundamental aspect of maintaining a slave society.
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Inhuman Bondage
David Breon Davis
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Best for Historians and students of racial studiesOften cited around African slave trade

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In Inhuman Bondage, David Breon Davis writes, gives you some statistics that show the amount of people that are coming over from the old world to the new world.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and students of racial studies
Indexed context: Davis writes, quote, colonists agreed that the labor of one black was worth that of several Indians, end quote.
The host references 'Inhuman Bondage' to highlight the historical context of the African slave trade and its implications on modern concepts of race. The book provides a critical examination of how labor value was assigned based on race during the era of colonization.
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In Human Bondage
David Breon Davis
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Best for Historians and readers interested in the impact of disease on human historyOften cited around impact of diseases on societies

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David Breon Davis discusses the impact of diseases on the Amerindian population, emphasizing their vulnerability to imported diseases.

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For: Historians and readers interested in the impact of disease on human history
Indexed context: Davis writes, quote, the amerindians throughout the hemisphere had little capacity for resisting imported diseases both temperate and tropical pathogens including smallpox malaria yellow fever influenza typhus and the plague.
The host references 'In Human Bondage' to highlight the catastrophic effects of diseases on indigenous populations in the Americas. By discussing the historical context of population collapse, the host emphasizes the profound societal changes that resulted from these epidemics.
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Freedom
James Walvin
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Best for Historians and students of African historyOften cited around African slave trade history

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Author James Walvin in Freedom explains where all this wealth comes from, stating that the entire system depended on African slave labor by 1789.

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For: Historians and students of African history
Indexed context: millions of africans spent months at sea before they even left for the americas
The host references 'Freedom' by James Walvin to highlight the brutal realities faced by enslaved Africans during their transport to the Americas. Walvin's insights reveal the prolonged suffering and inhumane conditions that many endured before even setting sail.
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What is Slavery?
Brenda A. Stevenson
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Best for Historians and students of slaveryOften cited around African slavery logistics

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Historian Brenda A. Stevenson from UCLA, whom we quoted earlier in her book, What is Slavery? Goes over the numbers a little bit.

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Indexed context: Historian Brenda A. Stevenson from UCLA, whom we quoted earlier in her book, What is Slavery? goes over the numbers a little bit.
The host references Brenda A. Stevenson's book 'What is Slavery?' to provide a detailed examination of the historical context and numbers related to the transatlantic slave trade. This book offers insights into the scale of African enslavement and the economic implications of slavery in the Americas.
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Best for listeners interested in historical perspectives on slaveryOften cited around experiences of slaves

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The excerpt discusses the experiences of slaves, referencing Frederick Douglass and his perspective on the conditions of slavery and the impact of being sold.

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For: listeners interested in historical perspectives on slavery
Indexed context: the experiences of slaves, referencing Frederick Douglass and his perspective on the conditions of slavery and the impact of being sold.
The host briefly mentions Frederick Douglass to highlight the harsh realities faced by slaves. This reference serves to underscore the historical context of slavery and its profound effects on individuals.
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Best for scholars and readers interested in slavery historyOften cited around slavery and sexual assault

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A compilation of several different slave narratives, referenced by Brenda Stevenson to illustrate the varied experiences of enslaved people.

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For: scholars and readers interested in slavery history
Indexed context: there's a book i picked up because uh brenda stevenson was quoting from it called pioneers of the black atlantic which is a several different slave narratives
The host mentions 'Pioneers of the Black Atlantic' to highlight the complexities of the slave experience and the lack of documented narratives. This book, which includes various slave narratives, serves to illustrate the nuanced differences between those enslaved in Africa and those born into slavery in the Americas.
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Best for Historians and those interested in social justiceOften cited around slavery and personal accounts

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A wonderful book called Voices from Slavery, and it's one of several that's been produced with original primary source remembrances of slaves.

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Indexed context: There was a wonderful book called Voices from Slavery, and it's one of several that's been produced with original primary source remembrances of slaves.
The host mentions 'Voices from Slavery' to highlight the importance of firsthand accounts from former slaves, which provide invaluable insights into the brutal realities of slavery. These narratives, collected during the Great Depression, serve as a crucial resource for understanding the complexities of historical experiences and emotions surrounding slavery.
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Best for Historians and students of slaveryOften cited around brutal realities of slave life

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Milton Melzer references CLR James's insights on the brutal realities of slave life, emphasizing the extreme measures taken by slave owners to break the spirit of slaves.

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For: Historians and students of slavery
Indexed context: Milton Melzer references CLR James's insights on the brutal realities of slave life, emphasizing the extreme measures taken by slave owners to break the spirit of slaves.
The host highlights Milton Melzer's book to underscore the harsh conditions faced by slaves and the lengths to which slave owners would go to suppress their spirit. This reference serves to deepen the understanding of the historical context surrounding slavery.
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The excerpt discusses CLR James's analysis of slavery and the brutal conditions faced by slaves, as referenced in Milton Melzer's book.

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Indexed context: The excerpt discusses CLR James's analysis of slavery and the brutal conditions faced by slaves, as referenced in Milton Melzer's book.
The host briefly references Milton Melzer's book to highlight CLR James's insights on the harsh realities of slavery. This mention serves to underscore the historical context of the discussion.
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Pro-Slavery Thought in the Old South
William Sumner Jenkins

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The Slave Trade
Hugh Thomas

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The Light in the Darkness
Anthony Pagdon

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