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Les papiers de la liberté Une mère africaine et ses enfants à l'époque de la révolution haïtienne.

Authors :
Scott, Rebecca J.
Hébrard, Jean M.
Source :
Geneses; 2007, Issue 66, p4-29, 26p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article analyzes the relation between slavery and the structures and practices of law with reference to a story of a woman named Rosalie who, in the late 18th century, was deported as a slave to the French colony of Saint-Domingue (modern day Haïti). Efforts made by Rosalie in regaining her liberty are highlighted. Role of law and judicial processes in upholding and challenging the structures of caste and white supremacy that emerged after the end of slavery is discussed.

Details

Language :
French
ISSN :
11553219
Issue :
66
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Geneses
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
24938598
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3917/gen.066.0004