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Maria R. Montalvo, "Enslaved Archives: Slavery, Law, and the Production of the Past" (Johns Hopkins UP, 2024)

New Books in Law

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Commodification and Documentation in Slavery

This chapter explores the critical role of paper documentation in the commodification of enslaved individuals, emphasizing how legal records shaped their status as property. Through case studies and personal reflections, it reveals the deeper societal implications of these practices and how they influence historical narratives.

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