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Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts

Rebecca Hall
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Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Rebecca Hall

Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th-19th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall explores the overlooked narratives of women who led slave revolts. Combining archival research and personal insights, Hall highlights these women's crucial roles in resistance movements. Her work seeks to bring these obscured stories to light, emphasizing the importance of recognizing women's contributions to history.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.5

5,683 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall is lauded for its unique focus on forgotten history, shedding light on women's roles in slave revolts through a blend of research and narrative. The graphic format enriches storytelling. Criticisms focus on its speculative elements and complex structure, which may distract some readers.

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Who Should Read Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts?

Readers interested in Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts by Rebecca Hall likely enjoy exploring untold narratives of history, particularly focusing on African American women. They're similar to audiences of The 1619 Project and The Hemingses of Monticello, seeking detailed, nuanced perspectives on systemic issues.

4.5

5,683 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th-19th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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