The Fortunate Slave: An Illustration of African Slavery in the Early Eighteenth Century

This book explores the life of Job ben Solomon, a high-ranking individual from Gambia who was captured and sold into slavery in 1731. His story is remarkable as he was eventually rescued and brought to London, where he made a significant impression on society. The narrative delves into his experiences, the cultural and commercial exchanges of the time, and the broader implications of the slave trade. It also examines the decline of the Royal African Company and the shifting perceptions of Africans in Britain, providing a detailed historical context of the early eighteenth century.

Published 1968

Binding of book is intact. Front and back covers are clean of foxing but have tear(s) and crease(s). Tear at the top of the spine with some fading. Slight tanning and foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Pages are clean of foxing and annotations, with slight tanning around margins. Inserts are intact.

Condition: Good