The Willie Lynch Letter and the Making of A Slave

The book presents a controversial letter allegedly written by a Caribbean slave owner, offering advice to fellow slave masters on managing their enslaved populations. While it gained attention in the 1990s as a purported authentic account of 18th-century slavery, historians have debunked it as a likely hoax due to its inaccuracies. The text explores the psychological aspects of subjugating individuals, drawing parallels between the "breaking" of slaves and horses. It is complemented by illustrations depicting slave life, providing a provocative yet flawed perspective on the institution of slavery.