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Stedman, John Gabriel
1744
1797
Stedman, Jean-Gabriel
Barlow, Inigo
1759
Barlow, J. (John)
Barlow, John
Bartolozzi, Francesco
1727
1815
Bartolozzi, F. (Francesco)
Bartolozzi, Frao. (Francesco)
Benedetti, Michele
1745
1810
Beneditte, Michele
Blake, William
1757
1827
Blake, W. (William)
Conder, Thomas
1746
1831
Conder, T. (Thomas)
Conder, Thos. (Thomas)
Holloway, Thomas
1748
1827
Holloway, T. (Thomas)
Narrative, of a five years' expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana on the Wild Coast of South America; from the year 1772 to 1777 ... Volume 1 (of 2)
Narrative, of a 5 years' expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, in Guiana on the Wild Coast of South America; from the year 1772 to 1777 ... Volume 1 (of 2)
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"Narrative of a Five Years’ Expedition Against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam" by Captain J.G. Stedman is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The work details the experiences and observations of the author during his military service in Surinam, particularly focusing on the insurrection of enslaved Africans and the interactions between colonizers and native populations. It promises a vivid portrayal of the brutal realities of colonial life, including both the violence perpetrated against the enslaved and the complexities of human relationships within that context. The opening of the narrative introduces the author’s intent and the broader historical backdrop of the expedition, detailing the revolt among the Negroes in Dutch Guiana that prompted the Dutch government to send a military force. Stedman reflects on his background, motivations for joining the expedition, and the initial phases of the journey from Europe to Surinam. He notes the challenges faced by the troops both at sea and upon their arrival, establishing the setting for a rich exploration of the colonists' experiences and the tragic conditions inflicted upon their enslaved population. Through his eyes, readers begin to sense the contrasts of beauty and brutality that define the landscapes and interactions of this tropical colony. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Suriname -- Description and travel
Suriname -- History -- To 1814
Stedman, John Gabriel, 1744-1797 -- Travel -- Suriname
Slavery -- Suriname -- History -- 18th century
Indians of South America -- Guiana
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Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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