Christian Pinnen Bücher

Focusing on the colonial South, the book delves into the complexities of slavery through legal records and archival documents, revealing how bound labor shaped imperial outposts. It explores the intricate relationships among enslavers, natives, and colonial administrators, particularly in Natchez. The study emphasizes the impact of varying racial conceptions on plantation establishment and governance, while also examining the interplay of British, Spanish, and American legal systems. This work enriches the historical understanding of slavery by centering on the lower Mississippi Valley.

Focusing on the complex interactions among diverse groups, this work chronicles over three centuries of colonial Mississippi's history. It highlights the significant encounters between Native Americans, Europeans, and Africans, particularly during the eighteenth century. The authors delve into the challenges faced by the colony, especially along the Gulf Coast and in Natchez, while emphasizing the region's rich diversity. By detailing the sustained interactions from Spanish to French to British influences, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of a land shaped by its multifaceted heritage.

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