The slave trade

Sinopse

Why did European traders got to Africa for slaves? How did runaway slaves survive in remote swamps and jungles? Which African leaders resisted the slave trade? World Black History tells the incredible history of black men and women around the world. It takes the reader through the thriving cultures of ancient Africa, the horrors of slavery and colonization, and the struggle for independence and equality. Using stunning artwork, primary sources, and the stories of real people, this series gives readers an in-depth look at a history that is too often left untold. [back cover].