A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution

A Concise History of the Haitian RevolutionDive into the transformative period of the late 18th and early 19th centuries with 'A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution'. This **BRAND NEW** second edition, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK), provides an in depth exploration of the **only successful slave revolt** in world history, a pivotal event that changed the course of modern history. The book chronicles the remarkable journey from the **slave uprising** in **Saint Domingue** in 1791,

Dive into the transformative period of the late 18th and early 19th centuries with 'A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution'. This **BRAND NEW** second edition, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK), provides an in-depth exploration of the **only successful slave revolt** in world history, a pivotal event that changed the course of modern history. The book chronicles the remarkable journey from the **slave uprising** in **Saint-Domingue** in 1791, featuring the emergence of the iconic leader **Toussaint Louverture**, to the bold declaration of independence by **Jean-Jacques Dessalines** in 1804.

This updated edition incorporates the latest scholarship and original research conducted by renowned historian **Jeremy D. Popkin**, making it a must-read for students and history enthusiasts alike. It serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in **independence movements in the Americas**, the **African diaspora**, and the broader narratives of the **Atlantic world**, as well as the implications of the **American and French revolutions**.

The narrative is presented in a clear and accessible format, suitable for undergraduate students studying various courses such as **History of the Atlantic World**, **Latin American History**, and **History of the Revolutionary Era**.

Whether you are searching for a comprehensive overview or detailed insights into this significant chapter of history, 'A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution' is a valuable addition to your collection. Don't miss out on expanding your understanding of this revolutionary era.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119746331
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119746331
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224


Description:


Learn about the first time in history that people of color overthrew a European colonial regime to establish an independent country 


Describing the only successful slave revolt in world history, the newly revised Second Edition of A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution delivers a nuanced and rigorous treatment of the events of the Haitian Revolution of the late 18th century and early 19th centuryThe book describes events from the slave uprising in the French colony of Saint-Domingue in 1791 and the emergence of its leader, Toussaint Louverture, to the declaration of independence by Jean-Jacques Dessalines in 1804


The new edition is updated to reflect the most recent scholarship in the field,  including original research conducted by author Jeremy D. Popkin. It is a valuable resource for anyone studying independence movements in the Americas, the history of the Atlantic world, the history of the African diaspora, and the age of the American and French revolutions


Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of: 


The latest research on the subject of the Haitian Revolution, including new discoveries by the author and other scholars 

Coverage of the post-revolutionary period up to 1843, a period of intense interest in recent scholarship 

A clear and accessible approach to the subject that doesn™t assume or require any previous knowledge of this period in history 



Perfect for undergraduate students of history taking courses like the History of the Atlantic World, History of the Revolutionary Era, Latin American History to 1820, and History of