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The Kidnapping Club: Wall Street, Slavery, And Resistance On The Eve Of The Civil War
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Winner Of A 20202021 New York City Book Awardin A Rapidly Changing New York, Two Forces Battled For The City'S Soul: The Proslavery New Yorkers Who Kept The Illegal Slave Trade Alive And Well, And The Abolitionists Fighting For Freedom.We Often Think Of Slavery As A Southern Phenomenon, Far Removed From The Booming Cities Of The North. But Even Though Slavery Had Been Outlawed In Gotham By The 1830S, Black New Yorkers Were Not Safe. Not Only Was The City Built On The Backs Of Slaves; It Was Essential In Keeping Slavery And The Slave Trade Alive.In The Kidnapping Club, Historian Jonathan Daniel Wells Tells The Story Of The Powerful Network Of Judges, Lawyers, And Police Officers Who Circumvented Antislavery Laws By Sanctioning The Kidnapping Of Free And Fugitive African Americans. Nicknamed The New York Kidnapping Club, The Group Had The Tacit Support Of Institutions From Wall Street To Tammany Hall Whose Wealth Depended On The Southern Slave And Cotton Trade. But A Small Cohort Of Abolitionists, Including Black Journalist David Ruggles, Organized Tirelessly For The Rights Of Black New Yorkers, Often Risking Their Lives In The Process.Taking Readers Into The Bustling Streets And Ports Of America'S Great Northern Metropolis, The Kidnapping Club Is A Dramatic Account Of The Ties Between Slavery And Capitalism, The Deeply Corrupt Roots Of Policing, And The Strength Of Black Activism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Kidnapping Club? A: The Kidnapping Club explores the complex relationship between slavery and capitalism in New York City, highlighting the conflict between pro-slavery forces and abolitionists during the years leading up to the Civil War.
- Q: Who is the author of The Kidnapping Club? A: The book is authored by Jonathan Daniel Wells, a historian who delves into the historical context of slavery and resistance in New York.
- Q: What is the publication date of The Kidnapping Club? A: The Kidnapping Club was published on October 20, 2020.
- Q: How many pages does The Kidnapping Club have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does The Kidnapping Club have? A: The Kidnapping Club is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: Is The Kidnapping Club suitable for young readers? A: While The Kidnapping Club addresses important historical themes, it includes complex topics related to slavery and societal issues, making it more appropriate for mature readers and adults.
- Q: Does The Kidnapping Club provide insights into the abolitionist movement? A: Yes, the book features significant insights into the abolitionist movement and the efforts of individuals like Black journalist David Ruggles who fought for the rights of Black New Yorkers.
- Q: What historical events are discussed in The Kidnapping Club? A: The book discusses the illegal slave trade in New York, the network facilitating kidnappings of free African Americans, and the broader implications of slavery in the Northern states.
- Q: What genre does The Kidnapping Club fall under? A: The Kidnapping Club is categorized under Black & African American history, as well as historical non-fiction.
- Q: Can The Kidnapping Club be used in academic settings? A: Yes, The Kidnapping Club can serve as a valuable resource for academic discussions on slavery, capitalism, and the history of the abolitionist movement.