Journal Of A Slave-Dealer

The journal offers a firsthand account of the trans-Atlantic slave trade from the perspective of a young Irishman involved in the commerce between 1746 and 1757. It presents a candid portrayal of the Europeans' roles in the trade, their lifestyles at coastal trading posts, and the interactions with local tribes like the Mandingos. Highlighting the economic aspects before the rise of humanitarian opposition to slavery, the writing captures the era's mindset and provides valuable insights into the complexities of trade goods and exchanges, reminiscent of Defoe's style.