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White Gold: The Extraordinary Story Of Thomas Pellow And Islam'S One Million White Slaves
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The True Story Of White European Slaves In Eighteenth Century Algiers, Tunis, And Moroccoin The Summer Of 1716, A Cornish Cabin Boy Named Thomas Pellow And Fiftyone Of His Comrades Were Captured At Sea By The Barbary Corsairs. Their Captorsali Hakem And His Network Of Islamic Slave Tradershad Declared War On The Whole Of Christendom. France, Spain, England And Italy Had Suffered A Series Of Devastating Attacks. Thousands Of Europeans Had Been Snatched From Their Homes And Taken In Chains To The Great Slave Markets Of Algiers, Tunis And Sal In Morocco.Pellow And His Shipmates Were Bought By The Tyrannical Sultan Of Morocco, Moulay Ismail, Who Was Constructing An Imperial Palace Of Such Scale And Grandeur That It Would Surpass Every Other Building In The World, A Palace Built Entirely By Christian Slave Labor.Resourceful, Resilient, And Quickthinking, Pellow Was Selected By Moulay Ismail For Special Treatment, And Was One Of The Fortunate Few Who Survived To Tell His Tale.An Extraordinary And Shocking Story, Drawn From Unpublished Letters And Manuscripts Written By Slaves And By The Padres And Ambassadors Sent To Free Them, White Gold Reveals A Disturbing And Long Forgotten Chapter Of History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'White Gold'? A: 'White Gold' explores the true story of white European slaves in the eighteenth century, focusing on the experiences of Thomas Pellow and his fellow captives who were taken by Barbary corsairs.
- Q: Who is the author of 'White Gold'? A: The author of 'White Gold' is Giles Milton, who is known for his historical narratives that delve into lesser-known stories from the past.
- Q: When was 'White Gold' published? A: 'White Gold' was published on June 8, 2005.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'White Gold' is available in a hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'White Gold' contain? A: 'White Gold' has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Is 'White Gold' suitable for all readers? A: 'White Gold' contains mature themes and historical accounts of slavery, making it more suitable for adult readers and those interested in historical nonfiction.
- Q: What type of historical sources does the book use? A: 'White Gold' draws from unpublished letters and manuscripts written by slaves, as well as accounts from padres and ambassadors involved in efforts to free them.
- Q: Does 'White Gold' include illustrations or photographs? A: The book primarily focuses on text and historical narratives, and it may not include illustrations or photographs, as it is a historical account.
- Q: What is the significance of Thomas Pellow's story in 'White Gold'? A: Thomas Pellow's story is significant as it highlights a disturbing and often overlooked chapter in history, reflecting on the experiences of European captives and the impact of slavery.
- Q: What edition of 'White Gold' is available? A: 'White Gold' is available in its First Edition, which provides readers with the original text as published.