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In Miserable Slavery: Thomas Thistlewood in Jamaica 17501786,Used
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Thomas Thistlewood came to Jamaica from Lincolnshire, England in 1750, and lived as an estate overseer and small landowner in western Jamaica until his death in 1786. Throughout his life he kept a record of his daily activities and his observations of life around him. These diaries, about 10,000 pages, were deposited in the Lincolnshire Archives. They contain a rich chronicle of plantation life its people, social life, agricultural techniques, medicinal remedies and relations between slaves and their owners.The wealth of information left behind in the Thistlewoods diaries has been fashioned by Professor Hall into a remarkable account of planation life in Jamaica at the height of its era of sugar plantation prosperity. It gives historians and students of history a new perspective on the social history of mid eighteenth century Jamaica, the Tacky Rebellion, and the tenuous relations between planters and the Maroons. This reprint contains a revised index.
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- Q: What is 'In Miserable Slavery' about? A: 'In Miserable Slavery' provides an account of Thomas Thistlewood's life in Jamaica from 1750 to 1786, detailing plantation life, social interactions, agricultural practices, and the dynamics between enslaved people and their owners through his diaries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by D. G. Hall, who has compiled and analyzed the diaries of Thomas Thistlewood to provide insights into eighteenth-century Jamaican society.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' which indicates it may show signs of wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'In Miserable Slavery' contains a total of 348 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'In Miserable Slavery' published? A: This book was published on January 1, 1998.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is suitable for easy handling and reading.
- Q: What historical insights can be gained from this book? A: Readers can gain insights into the social history of mid-eighteenth century Jamaica, including the Tacky Rebellion and the relationships between planters and the Maroons.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'In Miserable Slavery' is suitable for academic study as it provides valuable primary source material and analysis relevant to historians and students of history.
- Q: Does the book include any visual aids or illustrations? A: The product details do not specify any visual aids or illustrations, so it is primarily text-based.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other historical accounts? A: This book is unique due to its reliance on the diaries of Thomas Thistlewood, offering a first-hand perspective on plantation life that is often underrepresented in historical narratives.