World of a Slave
Encyclopedia of the Material Life of Slaves in the United States [2 volumes]
World of a Slave
Encyclopedia of the Material Life of Slaves in the United States [2 volumes]
Description
This two-volume encyclopedia is the first to focus on the material life of slaves.
Although many encyclopedias discuss slavery, enslaved blacks, and African American life and culture, none focus on the material world of slaves, such as what they saw; touched; heard; ate, drank, and smoked; wore; worked with and in; used, cultivated, crafted, played, and played with; and slept on. The two-volume World of a Slave: Encyclopedia of the Material Life of Slaves in the United States is a landmark work in this important new field of study.
Recognizing that a full understanding of the complexity of American slavery and its legacy requires an understanding of the material culture of slavery, the encyclopedia includes entries on almost every aspect of that material culture, beginning in the 17th century and extending through the Civil War. Readers will find information on animals, documents, economy, education and literacy, food and drink, home, music, personal items, places, religion, rites of passage, slavery, structures, and work. There are also introductory essays on literacy and oral culture and on music and dance.
Product details
| Published | Dec 13 2010 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback - Pack |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 640 |
| ISBN | 9780313349423 |
| Imprint | Greenwood |
| Illustrations | 90 bw illus |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Reviews
ONLINE RESOURCES
Bloomsbury Collections
This book is available on Bloomsbury Collections where your library has access.
Related Titles
