Chronology of World SlaveryChronology of World Slavery combines multiple chronologies, sidebars on specialized topics, primary source documents, and gripping illustrations into a compelling portrayal of slavery from the dawn of civilization to the present. Organized by geographic region and time period, this work enables readers to gain a quick understanding of how long slavery has been part of human life and where it has occurred. |
Contents
Chronology | 1 |
Israelites and Slavery | 8 |
GrecoRoman Women as Slaves | 18 |
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