Toussaint's Early Life and the Brutality of Slavery

This chapter explores the early life of Toussaint, a boy born in Haiti's fertile northern plain, and the brutal conditions of slavery in 18th century French Haiti. It discusses the unspeakable crimes and violence that were commonplace, the failure of reform efforts, and the high mortality rate among enslaved individuals. It also contrasts the popular image of plantation life in the US with the harsh reality faced by enslaved Haitians.