57 pages • 1 hour read
Andrés ReséndezThe Other Slavery: The Uncovered Story of Indian Enslavement in America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Other Slavery by Andrés Reséndez uncovers the history of Indigenous enslavement in the Americas, revealing how Spanish colonists and later settlers entrapped Indigenous peoples in a distinct form of bondage for over four centuries, beginning in the Caribbean and extending to Mexico and the American Southwest. Reséndez meticulously documents this hidden atrocity, showing the lasting impact and adaptability of Indigenous slavery through primary research and historical evidence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Andrés Reséndez's The Other Slavery uncovers an often overlooked history of Native American enslavement in North America. Critics praise its thorough research and engaging narrative, though some find its dense detail overwhelming. Overall, the book is lauded for shedding light on a crucial, yet neglected aspect of American history.
Who Should Read The Other Slavery?
Readers who appreciated Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown or 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus by Charles C. Mann would likely enjoy The Other Slavery by Andrés Reséndez. This book appeals to those interested in untold histories, indigenous experiences, and a nuanced understanding of colonial America.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
History: World
History: U.S.
Race / Racism
Colonial America
Society: Colonialism
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger