Slavery at Sea: Terror, Sex, and Sickness in the Middle Passage (New Black Studies Series)
In Slavery at Sea, Sowande M. Mustakeem investigates the terror, sexual violence, and sickness that plagued the Middle Passage. Drawing on historical records, the book reveals the profound human toll of the transatlantic slave trade, emphasizing the captives' struggles against unimaginable hardships in the unforgiving confines of slave ships.
About This Book
Slavery at Sea examines the brutal conditions endured during the Middle Passage, a pivotal phase of the transatlantic slave trade. The book focuses on the experiences of enslaved Africans transported across the Atlantic in the holds of ships, highlighting the pervasive threats to their survival.
Through detailed historical research, the author addresses the intersections of terror, sexual exploitation, and disease that defined life at sea. These elements combined to create an environment of extreme suffering and mortality for captives.
The narrative draws on primary sources to illuminate the medical and social dynamics aboard vessels, offering insights into the broader mechanisms of the slave trade. It contributes to the New Black Studies Series by centering Black perspectives in maritime history.
This study underscores the enduring impact of these oceanic voyages on African diaspora communities, providing a comprehensive look at overlooked aspects of enslavement.
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