Black Crown: Henry Christophe, the Haitian Revolution and the Caribbean's Forgotten Kingdom

The King of Haiti's Mountaintop Citadel - A Symbol of Revolutionary Black Monarchy Experience the epic story of Henry Christophe, a Caribbean child born into plantation slavery who rose to defeat Napoleon's armies in battle and crown himself king of the first free black nation in the Americas.

This remarkable biography sheds light on the life and times of one of the most tragic figures of the francophone Antilles, le roi Christophe. Discover the mountaintop citadel that stands as Haiti's sole World Heritage site - a monument to a revolutionary black monarchy in a world of empire and slavery.

With narrative verve and a deep understanding of Haiti's extraordinary past, Clammer opens a window on to the life and times of King Henry I, revealing his ambition for rule, his attempts to build a modern black state, and his struggles against French plots against him. Grasp the essential tragedy of history in all its ambiguity and contingency with this comprehensive account of Haiti's turbulent aftermath and cutthroat politics of revolution.

Read about the literary works, epic fortresses, and opulent palaces that King Christophe built during his reign, and how he saw himself as an Enlightenment ruler. Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the fascinating history of Haiti and its revolutionary leaders.

Order now and discover the secrets of the mountaintop citadel that has stood the test of time, a symbol of the resilience and determination of the Haitian people.