Before Middle Passage: Translated Portuguese Manuscripts of Atlantic Slave Trading from West Africa to Iberian Territories, 1513-26

Discover the untold stories of the Atlantic slave trade in "Before Middle Passage: Translated Portuguese Manuscripts of Atlantic Slave Trading from West Africa to Iberian Territories, 1513-26" by Taylor & Francis Ltd. Published in 2019, this compelling volume spans 320 pages and offers a critical translation of the receipt book from the customs office of the Cape Verde Islands. The book chronicles the harrowing journey of the Santiago, which set sail from Lisbon on January 20, 1526, laden with iron and cloth, only to return with 108 enslaved Africans by October of the same year. This essential work provides invaluable insights into the early transatlantic slave trade, shedding light on the economic and human aspects of this dark chapter in history. Perfect for historians, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this period, "Before Middle Passage" is a must-read that deepens our understanding of the past.