Nabil Matar

Nabil Matar, a Professor at the University of Minnesota, specializes in the early modern relations between Britain and the Islamic world. He dives into the intriguing history of Barbary slave raids on the British coast, revealing the complexities of Britain's ties to North Africa during the Elizabethan era. Matar discusses the absurd tale of a British captive turned cook in Algeria, alongside the often-overlooked phenomenon of British individuals converting to Islam. He sheds light on the dynamics of slavery and international relations, unraveling a fascinating chapter of history.