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The Dawning of the Apocalypse: The Roots of Slavery, White Supremacy, Settler Colonialism, and Capitalism in the Long Sixteenth ,New
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Acclaimed historian Gerald Horne troubles America's settler colonialism's 'creation myth'August 2019 saw numerous commemorations of the year 1619, when what was said to be the first arrival of enslaved Africans occurred in North America. Yet in the 1520s, the Spanish, from their imperial perch in Santo Domingo, had already brought enslaved Africans to what was to become South Carolina. The enslaved people here quickly defected to local Indigenous populations, and compelled their captors to flee. Deploying such illuminating research, The Dawning of the Apocalypse is a riveting revision of the creation myth of settler colonialism and how the United States was formed. Here, Gerald Horne argues forcefully that, in order to understand the arrival of colonists from the British Isles in the early seventeenth century, one must first understand the long sixteenth century from 1492 until the arrival of settlers in Virginia in 1607.During this prolonged century, Horne contends, whiteness morphed into white supremacy, and allowed England to coopt not only religious minorities but also various nationalities throughout Europe, thus forging a muscular bloc that was needed to confront rambunctious Indigenes and Africans. In retelling the bloodthirsty story of the invasion of the Americas, Horne recounts how the fierce resistance by Africans and their Indigenous allies weakened Spain and enabled London to dispatch settlers to Virginia in 1607. These settlers laid the groundwork for the British Empire and its revolting spawn that became the United States of America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse'? A: The main theme of 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' is the exploration of America's settler colonialism and its historical roots, particularly focusing on the connections between slavery, white supremacy, settler colonialism, and capitalism during the long sixteenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' is Dr. Gerald Horne, an acclaimed historian known for his research on American history and race.
- Q: When was 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' published? A: 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' was published on June 30, 2020.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' contains 304 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic research as it presents well-documented historical analysis and insights into the interconnectedness of various historical themes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does this book cover the impact of indigenous populations? A: Yes, the book discusses the fierce resistance of Indigenous populations and their alliances with Africans against colonial powers, highlighting their significant role in shaping history.
- Q: What period does the book focus on? A: The book focuses on the long sixteenth century, spanning from 1492 until the arrival of settlers in Virginia in 1607.
- Q: Can this book help understand modern issues of race and colonialism? A: Yes, 'The Dawning of the Apocalypse' provides historical context that can enhance understanding of modern issues related to race, colonialism, and their lasting impacts on society.