Slavery and Manumission: British Policy in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf in the First Half of the 20th Century

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The narrative centers on Manuy bint Khalfan, a woman who defied the constraints of slavery in 1938 Sharjah. Despite her harrowing experiences of being sold and mortgaged multiple times, she ultimately found the strength to escape her captor. Her powerful declaration of freedom highlights her resilience and determination, offering a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by women in oppressive circumstances. This account sheds light on the historical context of slavery and the fight for autonomy.