RT Book, Whole DB /z-wcorg/ DS http://worldcat.org ID 995215062 LA English. T1 Encyclopedia of Emancipation and Abolition in the Transatlantic World. A1 Rodriguez, Junius P., Rodriguez, Junius P,, PB Sharpe Reference PP Armonk, N.Y. YR 2015 SN 0765612577 9780765612571 AB The struggle to abolish slavery is one of the grandest quests - and central themes - of modern history. These movements for freedom have taken many forms, from individual escapes, violent rebellions, and official proclamations to mass organizations, decisive social actions, and major wars. Every emancipation movement - whether in Europe, Africa, or the Americas - has profoundly transformed the country and society in which it existed. This unique A-Z encyclopedia examines every effort to end slavery in the United States and the transatlantic world. It focuses on massive, broad-based movements,