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An Empire for Slavery by Randolph B. Campbell explores the history of slavery in Texas from 1821 to 1865, demonstrating that the experiences of enslaved people there were largely similar to those in other Confederate states. The book traces the evolution of forced labor from colonial times, through the Mexican War for Independence, the Texas Revolution, and the eventual induction of Texas into the United States, highlighting the state’s reliance on slavery and its pivotal role in Texas' economic and social development.