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Book Synopsis: This is the forgotten story of the million white Europeans, snatched from their homes and taken in chains to the great slave markets of North Africa to be sold to the highest bidder. Ignored by their own governments, and forced to endure the harshest of conditions, very few lived to tell the tale. Using the firsthand testimony of a Cornish cabin boy named Thomas Pellow, Giles Milton vividly reconstructs a disturbing, little known chapter of history. Pellow was bought by the tyrannical sultan of Morocco who was constructing an imperial pleasure palace of enormous scale and grandeur, built entirely by Christian slave labour. As his personal slave, he would witness first-hand the barbaric splendour of the imperial court, as well as experience the daily terror of a cruel regime. Gripping, immaculately researched, and brilliantly realised, WHITE GOLD reveals an explosive chapter of popular history, told with all the pace and verve of one of our finest historians.
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Discover the forgotten story of the million white Europeans in White Gold. Uncover the shocking truth of their abduction and sale into North African slave markets, a haunting chapter in history. Ignored by their own governments, these individuals endured unimaginable hardships, with only a few surviving to share their tales. Author Giles Milton brings this dark history to life, using the real-life account of Thomas Pellow, a Cornish cabin boy. Immerse yourself in Pellow's firsthand testimony and experience the horrific splendor of the imperial court, where he served as a personal slave to the tyrannical sultan of Morocco.
With meticulous research, Milton delivers a gripping and eye-opening narrative that will leave you stunned. Unveil the scale and grandeur of the imperial pleasure palace, constructed entirely by Christian slave labor. Soak in the vivid detail that brings the barbaric splendor of the court to life, while also capturing the daily terror of the regime. WHITE GOLD is a deeply impactful historical account that will engage readers from start to finish, transporting them to a lesser-known era of popular history.
Prepare yourself for an explosive journey as one of our finest historians weaves a compelling tale filled with suspense and intrigue. Experience the pace and verve that only Milton can deliver in his brilliant storytelling. WHITE GOLD is a must-read for anyone seeking a captivating historical narrative that sheds light on a forgotten chapter of the past.
Are you ready to dive into this enthralling story? Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the terrifying depths of history with WHITE GOLD. Find your copy today and embark on a remarkable voyage that will forever change your understanding of the past. Purchase White Gold now!
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