27 pages 54 minutes read

Walter Johnson

Soul by Soul: Life Inside the Antebellum Slave Market

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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Walter Johnson's Soul by Soul has garnered praise for its meticulous research and compelling narrative, offering profound insights into the antebellum slave market. Critics laud its vivid portrayal of enslaved individuals' agency and the moral complexities faced by all parties. However, some find its academic tone dense. Overall, it's a pivotal work in understanding American slavery.

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Who Should Read Soul by Soul?

A reader fascinated by antebellum Southern history, the economics of slavery, and its human impact will find Soul by Soul compelling. Similar to Edward Baptist’s The Half Has Never Been Told and Ira Berlin’s Slaves Without Masters, Johnson's work appeals to those seeking in-depth analysis of slavery's interpersonal dynamics.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: U.S.
Race / Racism
Education
Genre
Education
American Literature