Chocolate Islands : Cocoa, Slavery, and Colonial Africa by Catherine Higgs ...
Ohio University Press
Explore the complex history of cocoa, slavery, and colonialism in Africa with "Chocolate Islands: Cocoa, Slavery, and Colonial Africa" by Catherine Higgs. This compelling narrative follows Englishman Joseph Burtt's journey to São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, and Mozambique in the early 20th century, as he investigated allegations of slave labor in cocoa production for Cadbury Brothers Limited. Higgs's beautifully written account, drawing on extensive research, delves into British and Portuguese attitudes towards work, slavery, race, and imperialism, revealing the idealism, naivety, and racism that shaped perceptions of Africa. Key Features: - Traces Joseph Burtt's investigation into cocoa production and labor practices. - Explores the interconnectedness of cocoa, slavery, and colonial Africa. - Examines British and Portuguese colonial attitudes and policies. - Offers a compelling historical narrative based on extensive research. Product Summary: Ohio University Press presents "Chocolate Islands: Cocoa, Slavery, and Colonial Africa," a history paperback by Catherine Higgs. This book delves into the early 20th-century cocoa trade, its ties to slavery in colonial Africa, and the efforts to reform labor practices. With 246 pages and English language version, it provides an in-depth look at a significant historical period. ISBN: 9780821420744.
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