Trading Places by Madeleine Dobie - 9780801476099

Cornell University Press

Explore the complex relationship between colonization and slavery in eighteenth-century French culture with Madeleine Dobie's insightful book, "Trading Places." This academic work delves into the multifaceted ways in which these systems shaped French society, literature, and identity during a pivotal historical period. "Trading Places" offers a deep dive into the cultural exchanges and power dynamics inherent in the colonial enterprise, examining how notions of self and other were constructed and contested. Perfect for students, scholars, and anyone interested in colonial history, French cultural studies, or the history of slavery. Key themes include: * The impact of colonization on French identity * The representation of enslaved people in French culture * The economic and social structures of the slave trade * Literary and artistic responses to colonial encounters Product Summary: Trading Places: Colonization and Slavery in Eighteenth-Century French Culture book by Madeleine Dobie, published by Cornell University Press, paperback edition, focusing on French culture, colonization, and slavery history.