Slavery And Servitude In The Colony Of North Carolina (1896)

""Slavery and Servitude in the Colony of North Carolina"" is a historical book written by John Spencer Bassett in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of slavery and servitude in North Carolina during the colonial period. It covers the origins of slavery in the colony, the economic and social conditions that led to its growth, and the various forms of labor that were used by slave owners.Bassett delves into the legal and social structures that supported slavery and servitude, including the slave trade, the slave codes, and the plantation system. He also explores the experiences of enslaved people and the ways in which they resisted their oppression.The book draws on a wide range of primary sources, including court records, plantation records, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of slavery and servitude in North Carolina. It is an important work of historical scholarship that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.