Roll, Jordan, Roll by Eugene Genovese

The World the Slaves Made

"Roll, Jordan, Roll" is a comprehensive exploration of slavery in the United States, specifically focusing on the complex relationships between slaves and their masters. The book examines how slaves managed to preserve their culture, humanity and dignity, while also highlighting the paradoxical nature of a system where slave owners were dependent on their slaves for their livelihoods. It delves into the ways in which slaves resisted their oppression, and the strategies they employed to survive and create their own communities within the confines of the brutal institution of slavery.

The 2589th greatest book of all time


Published
1974
Nationality
American
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
800-850
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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