The Slaveholding Indians (Vol.1-3) (eBook)

Native Americans as Slaveholder as Participants in the Civil War & Under Reconstruction

Annie Heloise Abel (Autor)

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2023
794 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654777814-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Slaveholding Indians" (Volumes 1-3), Annie Heloise Abel meticulously explores the complex relationships between Native American tribes and the institution of slavery in the United States. Through her rigorous historical analysis, she illuminates the ways in which certain Indigenous groups, particularly in the South, adopted and adapted the practices of slaveholding, often mirroring white society's economic and social structures. Abel's literary style is sharp and insightful, weaving together vivid narratives with scholarly rigor, and she situates her work within the broader context of American history, colonialism, and race relations, effectively challenging prevailing narratives about Indigenous peoples. Annie Heloise Abel, a pioneer in the field of American history, sought to uncover the nuanced tales often overlooked in traditional scholarship. Her background as one of the first women to earn a Ph.D. in history from Columbia University fueled her passion for shedding light on marginalized voices in historical discourse. Abel's dedication to the study of both Native American and African American experiences reveals her commitment to understanding the interconnectedness of these narratives. "The Slaveholding Indians" is essential reading for anyone interested in the complex interplay of race, culture, and power in American history. Abel'Äôs groundbreaking research invites readers to reconsider their perceptions of Indigenous peoples and slavery, offering a richer, more nuanced understanding of this critical period. This seminal work will resonate with historians, students, and general readers alike, providing a deeper appreciation for the intricacies of identity and economic survival in the face of colonial expansion.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 14.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: American Indian slavery • American slavery legacy • Bill O'Reilly • Cherokee negotiations • Civil War participation • cultural oppression • Empire of the Summer Moon • Historical Analysis • Historical context exploration • historical reconstruction • Indian refugee crisis • Indian Territory conflict • indigenous studies • Karl May • Ken Follett • killers of the flower moon • Lincoln • military alliances • Native American History • Native Roots • Obama • Primary source research • ron chernow • Scholarly writing style • Secessionist tribes • Slavery dynamics • The Underground Railroad • tribal complex relationships • Tribal peace treaties