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Discover the compelling narrative of 'Wake' by Rebecca Hall, a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the brave women warriors who orchestrated and led slave revolts aboard slave ships during the treacherous passage across the Atlantic. This book, published by Penguin UK and newly released in 2021, is an invaluable resource for those interested in the often overlooked history of Black women's leadership in the struggle against slavery. 'Wake' is more than a book; it's a powerful intersection of a memoir and graphic novel, richly illustrated in striking black and white, making it an engaging read for history buffs and graphic novel enthusiasts alike. With 208 pages of meticulously researched content, Hall employs a judicious blend of archival research and her own ancestral narrative to unveil the lives and struggles of these remarkable women who fought for freedom and dignity. It’s a poignant reminder of how history can be erased and the importance of illuminating these crucial stories. ‘Wake’ serves as a catalyst for dialogues about the enduring legacy of slavery and the ongoing quest for liberation. Ideal for readers passionate about history, social justice, and empowering stories, this book will resonate deeply with those committed to understanding and addressing the impact of the past on the present. Order now and delve into a history that demands to be remembered. Delivery information: Expected delivery times vary; check our shipping policy for specifics. This valuable addition to your library not only enlightens but also serves as a critical conversation starter on the realities faced by descendants of slaves today.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241523551
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
Women warriors planned and led slave revolts on slave ships during the passage across the Atlantic. They fought their enslavers throughout the Americas. And then they were erased from history.
In Wake Rebecca Hall, a historian, a granddaughter of slaves, and a woman haunted by the legacy of slavery, tells their story. With in-depth archival research and a measured use of historical imagination, she constructs the likely pasts of women rebels who fought for freedom on slave ships bound to America, as well as the stories of women who led slave revolts in Colonial New York. Beneath both is Hall's own tale- of a life lived in the shadow of slavery and its consequences.
Strikingly illustrated in black and white, Wake explores both a personal and a global legacy. Part graphic novel, part memoir, it is a powerful reminder that while the past is gone, we still live in its wake.
'Not only a riveting tale of Black women's leadership of slave revolts but an equally dramatic story of the engaged scholarship that enabled its discovery' - Angela Davis
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241523551
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
Women warriors planned and led slave revolts on slave ships during the passage across the Atlantic. They fought their enslavers throughout the Americas. And then they were erased from history.
In Wake Rebecca Hall, a historian, a granddaughter of slaves, and a woman haunted by the legacy of slavery, tells their story. With in-depth archival research and a measured use of historical imagination, she constructs the likely pasts of women rebels who fought for freedom on slave ships bound to America, as well as the stories of women who led slave revolts in Colonial New York. Beneath both is Hall's own tale- of a life lived in the shadow of slavery and its consequences.
Strikingly illustrated in black and white, Wake explores both a personal and a global legacy. Part graphic novel, part memoir, it is a powerful reminder that while the past is gone, we still live in its wake.
'Not only a riveting tale of Black women's leadership of slave revolts but an equally dramatic story of the engaged scholarship that enabled its discovery' - Angela Davis