Review of Columbus, Slave Trader
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Review of Columbus, Slave Trader
[Following is a volunteer review of "Columbus, Slave Trader" by Marcus Wilson.]
This book is a historical fiction novel that takes place during the time Christopher Columbus was exploring the New World. It also delves into themes of cultural shocks, dominion, and submissiveness, as well as the impact of colonization on Indigenous communities.
In addition, it explores the way various factions within the indigenous communities grappled with each other as well as interacted with important characters like Columbus and Queen Isabela, among others.
The author has managed to balance facts and fiction to create an interesting storyline, that takes into account how much has been overlooked by people, concerning this era in history from an indigenous standpoint. This story narrates effectively the larger issues of colonialism, cultural assimilation, and autonomy struggles. It elaborates more on the moral dilemma faced by both natives and invaders, ultimately questioning mankind’s essence, supremacy, and impact of conquering. The story takes us through the emotional turmoil faced by the people from this tribe who adjusted to new realities presented by Europeans during a period when change became inevitable, making it a bittersweet expression of how European expansion affected Indigenous communities at large.
Generally speaking, this book provides a deep exploration of what happened to the Taínos populations following the Spanish colonization of the Caribbean, from the strained alliances between different factions to the personal sacrifices made for the greater good. The multifaceted narrative remains entertaining and instructive by inviting us to think about history’s complexity and colonialism’s lasting effects.
As the Spanish arrive on the shores of the New World, they bring with them a desire for wealth, particularly gold, and a belief in their divine right to claim the land and its people. The Taínos, who have their own rich culture and way of life, find themselves facing an existential threat as they navigate the intentions of the Spaniards, who view them as potential subjects or even commodities.
I rate this book "Columbus, Slave Trader" a Five out of five rating. The text is immaculately proofread. It flows smoothly throughout the narrative, and the dialogues are lively too. Moreover, Marcus effectively creates imagery through the description of settings and the development of characters through their actions and internal thoughts.
This book is a good read for lovers of historical fiction. It is a very sensitive and detailed representation of a difficult period, which provides not only a captivating narrative but also a valuable meditation on an important time in history.
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Columbus, Slave Trader
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This book is a historical fiction novel that takes place during the time Christopher Columbus was exploring the New World. It also delves into themes of cultural shocks, dominion, and submissiveness, as well as the impact of colonization on Indigenous communities.
In addition, it explores the way various factions within the indigenous communities grappled with each other as well as interacted with important characters like Columbus and Queen Isabela, among others.
The author has managed to balance facts and fiction to create an interesting storyline, that takes into account how much has been overlooked by people, concerning this era in history from an indigenous standpoint. This story narrates effectively the larger issues of colonialism, cultural assimilation, and autonomy struggles. It elaborates more on the moral dilemma faced by both natives and invaders, ultimately questioning mankind’s essence, supremacy, and impact of conquering. The story takes us through the emotional turmoil faced by the people from this tribe who adjusted to new realities presented by Europeans during a period when change became inevitable, making it a bittersweet expression of how European expansion affected Indigenous communities at large.
Generally speaking, this book provides a deep exploration of what happened to the Taínos populations following the Spanish colonization of the Caribbean, from the strained alliances between different factions to the personal sacrifices made for the greater good. The multifaceted narrative remains entertaining and instructive by inviting us to think about history’s complexity and colonialism’s lasting effects.
As the Spanish arrive on the shores of the New World, they bring with them a desire for wealth, particularly gold, and a belief in their divine right to claim the land and its people. The Taínos, who have their own rich culture and way of life, find themselves facing an existential threat as they navigate the intentions of the Spaniards, who view them as potential subjects or even commodities.
I rate this book "Columbus, Slave Trader" a Five out of five rating. The text is immaculately proofread. It flows smoothly throughout the narrative, and the dialogues are lively too. Moreover, Marcus effectively creates imagery through the description of settings and the development of characters through their actions and internal thoughts.
This book is a good read for lovers of historical fiction. It is a very sensitive and detailed representation of a difficult period, which provides not only a captivating narrative but also a valuable meditation on an important time in history.
******
Columbus, Slave Trader
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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