The Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina
The Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001
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BetaThe Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001324
Book • Nonfiction
North Carolina • 19th century
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina by David S. Cecelski explores the lives of enslaved and free African American watermen in North Carolina. The narrative highlights their significant roles in maritime industries and their pursuit of freedom, emphasizing resilience and community in the face of oppression.
Informative
Contemplative
Melancholic
Challenging
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David S. Cecelski's The Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina offers a compelling examination of African American maritime communities. Praised for its extensive research and vivid storytelling, the book highlights a unique aspect of history. Some readers find the narrative dense, but it remains a significant contribution to maritime and African American history.
Who Should Read The Waterman's Song: Slavery and Freedom in Maritime North Carolina?
Readers interested in maritime history, African American studies, and Southern U.S. history would enjoy The Waterman's Song. Fans of The Slave Ship by Marcus Rediker or Saltwater Slavery by Stephanie E. Smallwood will find similar themes of resilience and freedom.
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Book • Nonfiction
North Carolina • 19th century
2001
Adult
18+ years
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