Negro Slavery in Latin America

Negro Slavery in Latin America explores the profound historical and cultural impact of over three centuries of African slavery in the region. This meticulously researched book examines the introduction, institutionalization, and eventual abolition of slavery, highlighting its critical role in shaping Latin America's diverse societies. Drawing from extensive archival sources and the works of prominent scholars, the study provides a nuanced analysis of slavery's economic, social, and cultural dimensions. Figures such as Bartolomé de las Casas and Antonio José Saco are spotlighted for their significant contributions to the discourse on slavery and colonialism, alongside examinations of the cultural legacies preserved through African traditions in regions like Cuba and Brazil.

Through its interdisciplinary approach, the book bridges history, sociology, and anthropology, offering a comprehensive perspective on the lasting effects of slavery in Latin America. It explores the contributions of enslaved Africans to the region's cultural fabric while analyzing the systemic inequalities that persisted long after abolition. With an extensive bibliography and references to foundational studies by scholars such as Frank Tannenbaum and Fernando Ortiz, Negro Slavery in Latin America serves as an essential resource for understanding how this institution shaped the region's identity and its enduring influence on contemporary society.

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1975.