Routledge Maritime Slavery - History of the Middle Passage

Explore the profound history of the Middle Passage with Maritime Slavery by Routledge. This work examines the massive scale of the forced migration of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic. It provides a deep look into the middle leg of the trading triangle that connected Europe, Africa, and the Americas. This historical study covers the period between 1514 and 1866, a time when approximately 12.5 million African captives were shipped across the ocean. Through an analysis of roughly 44,000 voyages, the text details the unprecedented nature of this transoceanic migration. It is an essential resource for those studying international law, history, and the complex systems of global trade that shaped the modern world.