Dark Laboratory

On Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis
Book • 2025
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Tao Leigh Goffe's "Dark Laboratory" delves into the historical forces shaping the Caribbean, connecting colonialism, slavery, and environmental exploitation to the climate crisis.

The book weaves together family history, cultural reportage, and social studies, challenging conventional understandings of these issues.

Goffe's work dismantles imperialist narratives, revealing the interconnectedness of racial and environmental injustices.

It offers a critical examination of knowledge systems and proposes solutions rooted in island ecosystems.

Ultimately, "Dark Laboratory" is a powerful call for change and renewal.

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