Slavery and the Enlightenment in the British Atlantic, 1750–1807

Discover the profound impact of Enlightenment thought on the realities of slavery in Justin Roberts' enlightening book, Slavery and the Enlightenment in the British Atlantic, 1750–1807. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2018, this paperback edition delves deep into the transformative ideas that permeated plantation management and the daily lives of enslaved individuals. Spanning 366 pages, Roberts meticulously analyzes how work dictated the experiences of slaves, shaping their families and communities on extensive plantations.

By exploring plantation management schemes, agricultural practices, and work routines, Roberts offers a comprehensive view that goes beyond the insights of previous scholars. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the intersections of Enlightenment philosophy and the devastating realities of slavery in the British Atlantic.