272: Senegal: The Door of No Return
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272: Senegal: The Door of No Return mentions Roots by Alex Haley and The Atlantic Slave Trader Census by Philip D. Curtin with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.
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- The conversation centers on Atlantic slave trade research.
- A second recurring theme is historical significance of Gorey.
- Referenced books include Roots by Alex Haley and The Atlantic Slave Trader Census by Philip D. Curtin.
- The strongest audience signal points to Individuals interested in African American history and the legacy of slavery. and Historians and students of African history.
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“Alex Haley's book Roots, which dramatizes the horror of the Atlantic slave trade, had a significant effect on African Americans and their desire to learn about their history.”
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“Philip D. Curtin's book, The Atlantic Slave Trader Census, came out in 1969 and was groundbreaking in its research on the Atlantic slave trade.”
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The host discusses the historical context of Gorey, Senegal, particularly its role in the Atlantic slave trade. They reference 'Roots' to highlight…
The host mentions Philip D. Curtin's book to highlight the lack of documentary evidence supporting claims about the slave trade from Goree. Curtin'…
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Roots
“Roots is a television film that dramatizes the horror of the Atlantic slave trade, based on Alex Halley's book.”