Anthony S. Parent

About the Author

Anthony S. Parent is a distinguished historian specializing in early American history, with a particular focus on the socio-economic dynamics of colonial Virginia. His groundbreaking research illuminates the intricate processes that shaped the institution of slavery in the American South, drawing on extensive archival evidence to reveal how economic incentives and social structures intertwined to form a slave society. In his seminal work, Foul Means: The Formation of a Slave Society in Virginia, 1660-1740, published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press, Parent meticulously traces the evolution of labor systems and racial hierarchies during this pivotal period. A dedicated scholar and educator, he has contributed significantly to our understanding of how foundational inequalities persist in modern society, blending rigorous analysis with accessible prose to engage both academic and general audiences.