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Book Synopsis: Written as a narrative history of slavery within the United States, Unrequited Toil details how an institution that seemed to be disappearing at the end of the American Revolution rose to become the most contested and valuable economic interest in the nation by 1850. Calvin Schermerhorn charts changes in the family lives of enslaved Americans, exploring the broader processes of nation-building in the United States, growth and intensification of national and international markets, the institutionalization of chattel slavery, and the growing relevance of race in the politics and society of the republic. In chapters organized chronologically, Schermerhorn argues that American economic development relied upon African Americans' social reproduction while simultaneously destroying their intergenerational cultural continuity. He explores the personal narratives of enslaved people and develops themes such as politics, economics, labor, literature, rebellion, and social conditions.
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Discover the captivating history of United States slavery with Unrequited Toil: A History of United States Slavery. This riveting narrative takes you on a journey through the rise and fall of an institution that shaped the nation. Written by Calvin Schermerhorn, this book provides a comprehensive account of how slavery went from the brink of disappearance to becoming the most valuable economic interest in the country by 1850. With its deep exploration of family lives, nation-building, and the role of race, this book offers a unique perspective on American history.
Unrequited Toil offers a thought-provoking exploration of the broader processes that unfolded in the United States during the growth and intensification of national and international markets. Schermerhorn expertly delves into the institutionalization of chattel slavery, shedding light on its complex impact on the political and social fabric of the republic. Through personal narratives and meticulous research, he unveils the untold stories of enslaved individuals, ranging from politics and economics to literature, rebellion, and social conditions.
This book presents a compelling argument for understanding how American economic development relied upon the labor and social reproduction of African Americans, while simultaneously eroding their intergenerational cultural continuity. Schermerhorn skillfully weaves together historical events to reveal the profound influence that slavery had on shaping the nation we know today. Whether you're an avid history buff or a curious reader, Unrequited Toil is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the United States' complex past.
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