Slaves in the Family (FSG Classics)

Slaves in the Family by Edward Ball is a groundbreaking and thought-provoking book that delves into the complex history of slavery and its impact on American society.

This reissued edition includes a new preface by the author, providing valuable insights into the ongoing conversation about race and inequality.

Through his personal journey of discovery and investigation, Ball sheds light on the Ball family's history as slaveholders in South Carolina, revealing the lives of over four thousand enslaved people born or bought into slavery between 1698 and 1865.

With a focus on both historical narrative and oral history, this book is a powerful exploration of the complexity and strangeness of the word "family." Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the most respected nonfiction writers of our time.

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