Jamaica Ladies

Discover the groundbreaking insights of Jamaica Ladies by Christine Walker, published by The University of North Carolina Press in 2020. This compelling book provides the first systematic study of free and freed women of European, Euro-African, and African descent who played a pivotal role in perpetuating chattel slavery and profiting from it within the British Empire. Spanning 336 pages, Walker’s research reveals how these women contributed to transforming Jamaica into the wealthiest slaveholding colony in the Anglo-Atlantic world. With a focus on their significant yet often overlooked contributions, this book is essential for anyone interested in the complexities of colonial history and the impact of gender on economic systems. Dive into this important work to understand the intricate dynamics of power, race, and gender in a historical context. Order your copy today and explore the untold stories that shaped Jamaica's past.