Way of Death: Merchant Capitalism and the Angolan Slave Trade 1730–1830

This is a first edition hardcover in fair condition. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, including minor edge tears and library stickers. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean, though typical library markings are present. Overall, a solid reading copy for those interested in historical and economic studies.

"Way of Death: Merchant Capitalism and the Angolan Slave Trade 1730–1830" by Joseph C. Miller is a significant scholarly work published by The University of Wisconsin Press in 1988. This first edition hardcover explores the complex dynamics of the Angolan slave trade and its integration into the global economy during the 18th and 19th centuries. Miller, a respected historian, offers an in-depth analysis of merchant capitalism's role in this tragic period of history. The book is an essential resource for those studying African history, economic history, and the transatlantic slave trade. This copy is an ex-library edition, featuring library markings and a worn dust jacket, yet remains a valuable piece for collectors and scholars interested in the nuances of historical economic systems.