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Book SynopsisA tale of revolt aboard a nineteenth-century slave ship and the story of the slaves' heroic leader, Madison Washington.
Trade ReviewThe most accurate story to date...meticulous research and attention to the historical landscape. -- Andrea Lynn * Indianapolis Recorder *
Fascinating...compelling history. -- Vernon Ford * Booklist *
In their concise narrative and analysis...George and Willene Hendrick disentangle myth from meaning and contextualize the revolt. -- John David Smith, author of Lincoln and the U.S. Colored Troops and We Ask Only for Even-Handed Justice
...The book is an amazing feat of research. * New York Resident *
...A compelling, fascinating retelling... * Sir Read Alot Book Review *
…A valuable tool for some original resarch in pointing the reader to the excellent sources in its bibliography and notes. * Kliatt *
...A lively read that will hopefully encourage futher consideration of the late antebellum slave trade among serious students of history. * Louisiana History *
...This handsome and well-written volume…spin[s] a tale of unrequited love and a quest for freedom... * Journal of Southern History *
