Tag: colonialism
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The Cost of Free Land: A Deep Dive Into America’s Legacy of Indigenous Dispossession and Immigrant Settlers #TBRChallenge #bookchatter #BookReview
Rebecca Clarren’s The Cost of Free Land is a powerful examination of the intertwined histories of Jewish immigrants and the Lakota people, exploring the lasting impact of land theft in the United States. This emotionally charged narrative challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about America’s past and its ongoing legacies of colonization.
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Yale and Slavery: Exploring Historical Connections and Contemporary Reflections
Delve into the intricate tapestry of Yale University’s historical entanglement with slavery in ‘Yale and Slavery: Exploring Historical Connections and Contemporary Reflections.’ This scholarly exploration offers a comprehensive examination of Yale’s complicity in the institution of slavery, shedding light on its origins, manifestations, and enduring legacies. From the economic dependence on slave labor to the…
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Angus Maddison and His Contributions to Economic History: Measuring and Comparing Economic Growth Across Countries and Regions Over Time
Angus Maddison was a prominent British economist and economic historian known for his significant contributions to the field of international economic history. His work focused on measuring and comparing economic growth across countries and regions over long periods of time, using data from his comprehensive Maddison Project Database. Maddison’s research on India, China, and the…
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