MACMILLAN Palgrave Handbook of Bondage and Human Rights in Africa and Asia

Explore the complex history and modern reality of unfree labor with The Palgrave Handbook of Bondage and Human Rights in Africa and Asia. While Western perspectives often focus on the Atlantic slave trade, this volume provides a necessary examination of the large slave systems in Africa and Asia that predated and co-existed with that system. These systems have persisted in modified forms into the twenty-first century, creating significant threats to political and economic stability both locally and globally. This handbook offers a deep look at the historical roots of bondage alongside its contemporary manifestations. By using a longue duree perspective, the text connects local experiences with global trends, bridging the gap between the past and the present. It serves as a vital resource for those studying how historical labor structures continue to impact human rights and regional stability in the modern era.