White Slavery in the Barbary States

"White Slavery in the Barbary States" offers a riveting exploration into a lesser-known chapter of history, where the white slave markets thrived along the Barbary Coast of North Africa from the 16th to the mid-18th century. Published on May 29, 2017, this work by captivity expert Charles Sumner delves deep into the complexities of racial justice, challenging many preconceived notions about slavery. Sumner’s detailed account provides a critical examination of the conditions and systemic injustices faced by Europeans enslaved in the Ottoman provinces of Algeria, Tunisia, Tripolitania, and the independent sultanate of Morocco. This book is particularly suited for adult education programs, offering a profound historical perspective that encourages critical thinking about the universality of human exploitation irrespective of race. It invites readers to reflect on the historical impacts of slavery and consider its enduring implications in contemporary discussions of racial justice.