Political books from Trinidad and Tobago
Recommended political books (2)
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If you are into political here are some political books from Trinidad and Tobago for the next part of the Read Around The World Challenge.
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Capitalism and Slavery by Eric Williams EN
Country: North America / Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago
Description:
"Slavery helped finance the Industrial Revolution in England. Plantation owners, shipbuilders, and merchants connected with the slave trade accumulated vast fortunes that established banks and heavy industry in Europe and expanded the reach of capitalism worldwide. Eric Williams advanced these powerful ideas in Capitalism and Slavery, published in 1944. Years ahead of its time, his profound critique became the foundation for studies of imperialism and economic development. Binding an economic view of history with strong moral argument, Williams's study of the role of slavery in financing the I... continue
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Golden Child : A Novel by Claire Adam EN
Country: North America / Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago
Description:
"Published in Great Britain by Faber and Faber UK"--Title page verso.