The Negro Slaves: A Dramatic-Historical Piece, In Three Acts (1796)

By August von Kotzebue

Book Overview

The Negro Slaves: A Dramatic-Historical Piece, In Three Acts (1796) is a play written by August Von Kotzebue. The play is set in the Caribbean during the 18th century and explores the lives of enslaved Africans and their struggle for freedom. The story revolves around a group of slaves who are planning a rebellion against their white masters. The play highlights the brutal treatment of slaves and the injustice of their enslavement. It also examines the moral dilemma faced by the white characters who are torn between their desire for power and their conscience. The play is a powerful commentary on the horrors of slavery and the human cost of oppression. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of freedom and the need for social justice.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: 110431679X
• ISBN13: 9781104316792
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"