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Book Synopsis: A trailblazing memoir about one family’s quest to face its slave-trading past, and an urgent call for reconciliation In 2001, Thomas DeWolf discovered that he was related to the most successful slave-trading family in U.S. history, responsible for transporting at least ten thousand Africans. This is his memoir of the journey in which ten family members retraced their ancestors' steps through the notorious triangle trade route—from New England to West Africa to Cuba—and uncovered the hidden history of New England and the other northern states. A difficult but necessary examination of the slave trade, racism, and privilege in the United States,  Inheriting the Trade is a powerful call for white America to reassess what they have been taught about their own ancestors, about slavery and wealth, and about America both past and present.

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Discover the untold story of America's largest slave-trading dynasty with "Inheriting the Trade: A Northern Family Confronts Its Legacy". Written by Thomas DeWolf, this trailblazing memoir takes you on a journey of self-discovery as ten family members confront the dark truths of their ancestors. As you follow their footsteps through the infamous triangle trade route, from New England to West Africa to Cuba, you'll uncover the hidden history of the northern states and gain a deeper understanding of the United States' involvement in the slave trade.

Prepare to challenge your perceptions and delve into the difficult yet necessary examination of the slave trade, racism, and privilege in the United States. "Inheriting the Trade" serves as an urgent call for reconciliation, inviting white America to reassess their own ancestors, their understanding of slavery and wealth, and their perspectives on America's past and present. With its powerful message, this memoir urges readers to confront uncomfortable truths and embark on a transformative journey towards healing and understanding.

Uncover America's hidden history and explore the wrenching legacy of the largest slave-trading family in U.S. history. "Inheriting the Trade: A Northern Family Confronts Its Legacy" is an eye-opening memoir that leaves no stone unturned in its exploration of the slave trade. This poignant account challenges the notion of innocence in the North, revealing the complex relationship between New England, West Africa, and Cuba. By shining a light on the past, this book presents an opportunity for a more inclusive and empathetic future.

Join Thomas DeWolf and his family on their extraordinary journey towards understanding and reconciliation. "Inheriting the Trade" is a thought-provoking book that will compel you to question your own beliefs and biases. Don't miss this chance to confront America's troubling legacy head-on. Click here to embark on a powerful exploration of America's past and its implications on the present.

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