An Essay on the Treatment and Conversion of African Slaves in the British Sugar Colonies

By James H. Ramsay, James Ramsay, Ramsay James 1733-1789

Book Overview

An Essay On The Treatment And Conversion Of African Slaves In The British Sugar Colonies is a book written by James Ramsay in 1784. The book is a critical analysis of the treatment of African slaves in the British sugar colonies during the 18th century. Ramsay, who was a former slave owner and a clergyman, argues that the slaves were treated inhumanely and that their conversion to Christianity was not genuine.The book provides a detailed account of the living conditions of slaves in the sugar colonies, including their diet, clothing, and housing. Ramsay also describes the various forms of punishment that were inflicted on slaves, including whipping and branding. He argues that these punishments were excessive and often led to the death of the slaves.Ramsay also criticizes the Christian missionaries who were responsible for converting the slaves to Christianity. He argues that their efforts were often insincere and that they did not truly care about the spiritual well-being of the slaves. Ramsay argues that true conversion can only occur when the slaves are treated with respect and dignity.Overall, An Essay On The Treatment And Conversion Of African Slaves In The British Sugar Colonies is a powerful critique of the slave trade and the treatment of slaves in the British sugar colonies. Ramsay's book was influential in the abolitionist movement and helped to raise awareness about the atrocities of the slave trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165312212
• ISBN13: 9781165312214
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"