Slavery: An Introduction to the African Holocaust
'An Introduction to the African Holocaust' has been produced by the Black
History Resource Working Group - an association of individuals and organisations
from the voluntary and statutory sectors. It has been designed to meet the
aims, objectives and attainment targets of Study Unit 3 of the National
Curriculum for History, Expansion of Trade and Industry (1750-1900). The book
consists of two parts - Pt.1 contains ten sections and serves as background
reading for teachers and educationalists. Topics in Pt.1 include:
- Slavery Through the Ages
- Africa and the Caribbean Prior to Slavery
- The Triangular Trade and the Middle Passage
- Black Rebellion and Resistance
- Slavery and Ideology - a Legacy of the Past
Pt.2 contains exercises, learning materials and activities for pupils and
students, all of its sections parallel those in Pt.1. There are approximately
150 high quality images and a number of full colour pages in Pt.2, as well
as charts, tables, maps and primary source materials.
'An Introduction to the African Holocaust' is essential reading for anyone
who has an interest in the subject of slavery and the slave trade. It is
suitable for students at all academic levels and for teachers and
educationalists generally.
Copies available £25-00 + pp @ £1-50 each from:
The Race Equality Management Team,
Liverpool Education Directorate,
22, Sir Thomas Street,
Liverpool, L1 6BJ.
Tel: 0151 225 2886/2765
Fax: 0151 225 3029.