Blood on the River: A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast by Marjo

Description: Blood on the River: A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast by Marjoleine Kars "The story of a massive eighteenth-century slave rebellion in the Dutch colony of Berbice (now Guyana) which had been all but forgotten. Historian Marjoleine Kars recovers a riveting tale from the archives, including rare first-person accounts from African-born slaves"-- FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Named One of the Best Books of the Year by NPR A breathtakingly original work of history that uncovers a massive enslaved persons revolt that almost changed the face of the Americas On Sunday, February 27, 1763, thousands of slaves in the Dutch colony of Berbice--in present-day Guyana--launched a massive rebellion which came amazingly close to succeeding. Surrounded by jungle and savannah, the revolutionaries (many of them African-born) and Europeans struck and parried for an entire year. In the end, the Dutch prevailed because of one unique advantage--their ability to get soldiers and supplies from neighboring colonies and from Europe. Blood on the River is the explosive story of this little-known revolution, one that almost changed the face of the Americas. Drawing on nine hundred interrogation transcripts collected by the Dutch when the Berbice rebellion finally collapsed, and which were subsequently buried in Dutch archives, historian Marjoleine Kars reconstructs an extraordinarily rich day-by-day account of this pivotal event. Blood on the River provides a rare in-depth look at the political vision of enslaved people at the dawn of the Age of Revolution and introduces us to a set of real characters, vividly drawn against the exotic tableau of a riverine world of plantations, rainforest, and Carib allies who controlled a vast South American hinterland. An astonishing original work of history, Blood on the River will change our understanding of revolutions, slavery, and of the story of freedom in the New World. Author Biography Marjoleine Kars is an associate professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. A noted historian of slavery, she is the author of Blood on the River: A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast (The New Press) and Breaking Loose Together. She lives in Washington, DC. Review Praise for Blood on the River:"A richly detailed account of a gripping human story."—H. W. Brands, The Washington Post"[An] epic history. . . . A sweeping, thoughtful narrative, joining a new wave of books that make visible previously dismissed Black voices."—Carolyn Kellogg, Los Angeles Times"A riveting addition to the history of the search for freedom in the Americas."—Kirkus Reviews"This striking study unearths a meaningful chapter in the history of slavery."—Publishers Weekly "Meticulously researched and careful to prioritize the perspectives of the marginalized, Blood on the River offers a fascinating glimpse of the complex history of slavery in the Americas."—Booklist"A must-read for anyone interested in slave revolts and the history of Atlantic slavery."—Library Journal"A gripping tale about the human need for freedom. . . . The story of the Berbice Rebellion begs to be told, and Kars telling is impressive."—Martha Anne Toll, NPR Books"A powerful book that will appeal to experts and—thanks to the lively and accessible writing style—the general public alike."—Black Perspectives"[A] masterpiece . . . Marjoleine Kars has unearthed a little-known rebellion in the Dutch colony of Berbice and rendered its story with insight, empathy, and wisdom. Youll find no easy platitudes herein. Instead, youll find human beings in full relief, acting with courage, kindness, calculation, and mendacity in their quest for self-determination. Blood on the River is a story for the ages."—Elizabeth Fenn, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Encounters at the Heart of the World: A History of the Mandan People"Takes readers on a moving journey deep into a colonial heart of darkness. Drawing on rich and challenging sources, Marjoleine Kars reveals enslaved people making a rebellion that lingers in memory and landscape."—Alan Taylor, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Internal Enemy and William Coopers Town"This riveting story offers a close look at the inner dynamics of a slave war—its fraught alliances and antagonisms, strategies and tactics, and the grievances and aspirations of its combatants and resistors."—Vincent Brown, author of Tackys Revolt: The Story of an Atlantic Slave War"One of the great slave revolts in modern history has at last found a gifted historian to tell its epic tale. Using a breathtaking archival discovery to make the Berbice rebels vivid flesh-and-blood actors, Marjoleine Kars deeply enriches the global scholarship on the history of slavery and resistance."—Marcus Rediker, author of The Amistad Rebellion: An Atlantic Odyssey of Slavery and Freedom"Vivid. . . . The aborted attempt at freedom she chronicles provides a harrowing counterpoint to the American and French revolutions that would soon follow."—Russell Shorto, author of The Island at the Center of the World"Marjoleine Kars has brought from the archives the voices of the enslaved, both in hope and in defeat. A tale of importance for our time."—Natalie Zemon Davis, author of Trickster Travels and The Return of Martin Guerre "This is required reading for historians of the Black Atlantic world."—Jennifer Morgan, professor of history, NYU, and author of Reckoning with Slavery Long Description Winner of the Cundill History Prize Winner of the Frederick Douglass Book Prize Named One of the Best Books of the Year by NPR A breathtakingly original work of history that uncovers a massive enslaved persons revolt that almost changed the face of the Americas "fundamentally alters what we know about revolutionary change" according to Cundill Prize juror and NYU history professor Jennifer Morgan. "tells a story so dramatic, so compelling that no reader will be able to put the book down." Drawing on nine hundred interrogation transcripts collected by the Dutch when the rebellion collapsed, and which were subsequently buried in Dutch archives, historian Marjoleine Kars has constructed what Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Eric Foner calls "a gripping narrative that brings to life a forgotten world." Review Quote Praise for Blood on the River: "A riveting addition to the history of the search for freedom in the Americas." --Kirkus Reviews Description for Sales People Newsworthy historical discovery: Dutch-speaking historian discovered long-forgotten evidence of the uprising in Dutch archives; will attract human-interest coverage in national media, akin to Dawn of Detroit. Rare historical evidence: Collection of over 900 interrogation transcripts is one of largest repositories of first-person accounts from slaves, allows author to narrate events in real time, over the period of a year. Perennial interest in slavery: Book will appeal to growing interest in slave studies, from a totally unique perspective. TNP track: The New Press has exceptional sales track in this area, including Dawn of Detroit (7K copies in all editions) and Remembering Slavery (50K copies in all editions). Expert author: Kars is a prominent slavery historian with a unique background; this is her breakout book. Major blurbs: We have commitments from David Blight, Tiya Miles, Martha Jones, and Alan Taylor. Prize potential: Book is contender for major historical prizes, including Douglass and Bancroft. Details ISBN1620974592 Author Marjoleine Kars Short Title Blood on the River Pages 336 Publisher The New Press Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 1620974592 ISBN-13 9781620974599 Format Hardcover Subtitle A Chronicle of Mutiny and Freedom on the Wild Coast Audience General/Trade Publication Date 2020-08-27 Imprint The New Press Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-08-27 NZ Release Date 2020-08-27 UK Release Date 2020-08-27 DEWEY 306.3/6209881 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158547814;

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