Islam's Black Slaves: The Other Black Diaspora

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Book Synopsis: A comprehensive study of the Eastern slave trade by an eminent British scholar. A companion volume to The Black Diaspora, this groundbreaking work tells the fascinating and horrifying story of the Islamic slave trade. Islam's Black Slaves documents a centuries-old institution that still survives and traces the business of slavery and its repercussions from Islam's inception in the seventh century, through its history in China, India, Iran, Turkey, Egypt, Libya, and Spain, and on to Sudan and Mauritania, where, even today, slaves continue to be sold. Ronald Segal reveals for the first time the numbers involved in this trade--as many millions as were transported to the Americas--and explores the differences between the traffic in the East and the West. Islam's Black Slaves also examines the continued denial of the very existence of this sector of the black diaspora, although it survives today in significant numbers; and in an illuminating conclusion, Segal addresses the appeal of Islam to African-American communities, and the perplexing refusal of Black Muslim leaders to acknowledge black slavery and oppression in present-day Mauritania and Sudan. A fitting companion to Segal's previous work, Islam's Black Slaves is a fascinating account of an often unacknowledged tradition and a riveting cross-cultural commentary.

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Experience the eye-opening and essential read, Islam's Black Slaves: The Other Black Diaspora, a groundbreaking work by the eminent British scholar, Ronald Segal. Delve into the hidden history of the Islamic slave trade, exploring its enduring impact from the seventh century to present-day Sudan and Mauritania. Uncover the shocking truths behind this centuries-old institution that has often been overlooked in mainstream narratives.

Discover the compelling narrative that documents the business of slavery in regions such as China, India, Iran, Turkey, and Spain. With meticulous research and insightful analysis, Segal sheds light on the parallels and distinctions between the Eastern and Western slave trade, revealing the staggering numbers involved and confronting the persistent denial of this dark chapter in the black diaspora.

Don't miss the opportunity to grasp the complexities of this overlooked aspect of history and gain a new perspective on the intersections of race, religion, and power. Islam's Black Slaves is a riveting account that challenges conventional narratives and provides invaluable insights into the enduring legacy of slavery in the Islamic world.

Ready to embark on a journey of discovery and enlightenment? Explore Islam's Black Slaves today and uncover a compelling narrative that will redefine your understanding of the black diaspora and its entangled histories.

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