A compilation of correspondence and ship's logs written between 1808 and 1817 by a black Quaker, telling the story of his efforts to undercut the slave trade by forming a trading cooperative in Sierra Leone. An introduction discusses the obstacles Cuffe faced, the network of African-American organization that provided help, and the deep concern for education within the black community. Of interest to scholars and students of history. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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Paperback. Zustand: Good. THERE ARE NO TARIFFS OR CUSTOMS DUTIES ON BOOKS. Paul Cuffe was a captain, ship builder, businessman and devout quaker. He was on of the few black Quakers in the early 1800s and an important figure in American trade history. Editor Rosalind Wiggins presents a compilation of correspondence and ship's logs written between 1808 and 1817, telling the story of Cuffe's efforts to undercut the slave trade by forming a trading cooperative in Sierra Leone.This hardback book is in good condition, The dust jacket is also in good condition with minor surface wear. Copyright © Howard University Press. Artikel-Nr. 454188
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