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The Maroons of Dominica 1764 - 1818: Resistance Rebellion and Freedom From Slavery Paperback – April 10, 2021

by Thomson Fontaine (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 37 ratings
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For over fifty years the Maroons of Dominica resisted being enslaved, choosing instead to live free in the country's mountainous interior. They dared to challenge the very system of slavery and scores paid the ultimate price with their lives. Their sacrifice, however, was not in vain. So dramatic were their exploits, unparalleled bravery and sacrifice, that it stirred the consciences of the British public, including William Wilberforce and Granville Sharp, and helped focus attention on slave conditions in the West Indies. Ultimately, the mistreatment and suffering of the Maroons and those enslaved in Dominica, would ignite the debate in Great Britain and prove pivotal in putting an end to the slave trade and the abolition of slavery in the British West Indies. The book succeeds in painting a holistic struggle for freedom from slavery in Dominica, and its impact on the rest of the British West Indies. Carefully woven into the narrative is the influence of the French Revolution, free people of colour, and the fight for Independence in Haiti; on the ultimate success of the Maroon movement.
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    April 10, 2021
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    6 x 0.74 x 9 inches
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    1737008106
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1737008101
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ BALA Press (April 10, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 326 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1737008106
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1737008101
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.74 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 37 ratings

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Rodriguez Lugay
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderous information
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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Learned so much about myself, character and personality, by learning the information contained within this book.
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RegalMawon
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read educational and inspirational
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2021
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An incredibly well researched book written by an author who grew up and walked on the same piece of earth and in the village where BALA roamed. This is historic. The author skillfully put the reader in the context of the history as the book is read. It is more than just the story of the Maroons of Dominica but an historical account of the times in which they lived and their impact on the abolition of slavery.
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David L. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2023
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Well written history book for higher education
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shlg
5.0 out of 5 stars Thorough and well researched
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2022
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This is an excellent detailing this time period and the players involved. It reflects on the tenacity, cunning and savviness of the enslaved on the island of Dominica. Great job!
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Gabriel J. Christian (Consignment)
5.0 out of 5 stars A Heroic History of Anti-Slavery Resistance!
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2022
Dr. Thomson Fontaine who was arrested by Dominica's police on bogus charges yesterday, April 23, 2022 had only last year launched his epic work on the Maroons of Dominica.

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The Maroons were enslaved Africans on Dominica whose rebellion and freedom struggle hastened the end of slavery in the British West Indies.. Today Dr. Fontaine is walking in the freedom loving spirit of the Maroons, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We call for his immediate release as we redouble our efforts to regain democracy on our island.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Factual History of Dominica the Commonwealth
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2022
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Not much is known about the nature island Dominica. Some may say it the Caribbean's best known secret . This book provides some fantastic insights into the Island's powerful and impressive history.
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Albert and Tempie Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a scholarly work.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2021
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Amazon just handed me 'The Maroons of Dominica 1764 - 1818: Resistance Rebellion and Freedom From Slavery' by Dominican, Thomson Fontaine. This adds another book to the 'Maroons of Dominica collection' on my bookshelf. This should make some fascinating reading. Congratulations Dr.Fontaine on the successful completion of this scholarly work.
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Albert and Tempie Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a scholarly work.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 2, 2021
Amazon just handed me 'The Maroons of Dominica 1764 - 1818: Resistance Rebellion and Freedom From Slavery' by Dominican, Thomson Fontaine. This adds another book to the 'Maroons of Dominica collection' on my bookshelf. This should make some fascinating reading. Congratulations Dr.Fontaine on the successful completion of this scholarly work.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A well needed nod to revolution
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2021
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Very insightful read, thoroughly enjoying it so far!
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