Coolie Traffic And Kidnapping (1876)

By Don Aldus

Book Overview

Coolie Traffic And Kidnapping is a historical book written by Don Aldus in 1876. The book provides a detailed account of the coolie trade and kidnapping in the 19th century, particularly in China and India. The term ""coolie"" refers to a laborer who was often forced to work under harsh conditions for low wages. The book sheds light on how the coolie trade was carried out, including the methods used to kidnap and transport individuals from their homes to work in plantations, mines, and other industries. The author also explores the social and economic factors that led to the rise of the coolie trade, including poverty, unemployment, and political instability in China and India. The book highlights the brutal treatment that coolies endured, including physical abuse, starvation, and disease. It also examines the efforts made by various governments and organizations to combat the coolie trade and improve the conditions of coolie workers. Overall, Coolie Traffic And Kidnapping is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor exploitation and human trafficking. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the coolie trade and its impact on individuals and societies, making it a must-read for historians, scholars, and activists alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436813999
• ISBN13: 9781436813990
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"