Bury the Chains
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
480
Book • Nonfiction
British Empire • 18th Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
Bury the Chains by Adam Hochschild examines the British abolitionist movement of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, focusing on figures like Thomas Clarkson and Granville Sharp who utilized innovative public mobilization methods to challenge and ultimately dismantle the transatlantic slave trade. With significant support from Quakers and the eventual partnership of John Newton, the movement gathered momentum through speeches, pamphlets, and boycotts, culminating in the passing of the 1807 act that outlawed slave trading in the British Empire. Sensitive topics such as the brutal conditions of the slave trade and plantation life are depicted.
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Bury the Chains by Adam Hochschild is frequently praised for its engaging narrative and thorough research on the British abolitionist movement. Readers appreciate the compelling portrayal of historical figures and events. Criticisms often center on perceived biases and minor factual inaccuracies. Overall, it’s lauded as a powerful and enlightening read.
Readers captivated by historical narratives and social justice will enjoy Bury the Chains by Adam Hochschild. Similar to Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe and Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin, it appeals to those who appreciate riveting accounts of activism and change, with a focus on the abolitionist movement.
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480
Book • Nonfiction
British Empire • 18th Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
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