Adventures of an African Slaver: Being a True Account of the Life of Captain Theodore Canot, Trader in Gold, Ivory and Slaves on the Coast of Guinea (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432576981)

""Adventures of an African Slaver"" is a non-fiction book that provides a first-hand account of the life of Captain Theodore Canot, a trader in gold, ivory, and slaves on the coast of Guinea in the 19th century. Canot's memoirs offer a unique perspective on the transatlantic slave trade, detailing the brutal realities of the industry and the experiences of those involved in it. The book covers Canot's early life in France, his move to Africa, and his experiences trading with various African tribes. It also describes his involvement in the illegal slave trade, including his capture and imprisonment by the British navy. Canot's narrative is vivid and detailed, providing readers with a fascinating insight into a dark period of history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the slave trade, and it sheds light on the experiences of those who participated in it.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.

Author: Theodore Canot, Brantz Mayer
ISBN-10: 1432576984
ISBN-13: 9781432576981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 420
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.93d