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Black People in the British Empire

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Black People in the British Empire

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The history of exploitation, oppression and underdevelopment perpetrated by British capitalism in the colonies is examined, starting with an account of the British invasion of Ireland in the 12th century and encompassing the Caribbean, India and Australasia. The author explains how the ideology of racism was an essential component in the acquisition and domination of large areas of the world, and how the need for markets for British manufacturers led to the de-industrialization and impoverishment of the colonies. The book brings to light the way that the immense profits derived from the triangular trade - including the slave trade - were used to develop British interests, enabling the Industrial Revolution to take place when it did. The book intends to show how and why this racism has been nurtured by those in power. Peter Fryer acknowledges the central role black people have played in British history. Peter Fryer has also written "Staying Power".

Author Biography

Peter Fryer is the author of the classic Staying Power: The History of Black People in Britain and, more recently, Rhythms of Resistance: African Musical Heritage in Brazil, also available from Pluto Press.
Release date NZ
October 20th, 1988
Author
Audience
  • Undergraduate
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Imprint
Pluto Press
Pages
190
Publisher
Pluto Press
Dimensions
135x215x11
ISBN-13
9780745303420
Product ID
1813835

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