Slave Ships and Slaving - George Francis Dow - 1968

In this sobering historical account, George Francis Dow meticulously documents one of humanity's darkest chapters: the transatlantic slave trade. Through carefully researched ship logs, court records, and personal accounts, Dow exposes the brutal reality of the Middle Passage and the maritime commerce of human cargo. The book provides haunting details of slave ship construction, trading routes, and the horrific conditions endured by enslaved Africans during their forced journey across the Atlantic. Drawing from primary sources, Dow reveals the commercial mechanisms, daily operations, and human toll of this tragic enterprise that forcibly transported millions of people. This unflinching examination serves as both a historical record and a powerful reminder of the inhuman practices that shaped the modern world, making it an essential read for understanding the full scope and impact of the Atlantic slave trade. A basic sourcebook for students of African-American history. - Slave Ships and Slaving - George Francis Dow Published 1968, Cornell Maritime Press, Cambridge, Maryland. Hardcover. Approx. 6x9in. 386pp. In good vintage condition. Ex-library - library stamp on title page (see photo)