The slave trade: a family history
Alex Renton shares the story of his own family’s involvement in the slave trade, and considers how best to deal with this unwanted inheritance.
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Show Notes
Alex Renton discusses his new book, Blood Legacy, which offers an unflinching account of his ancestors’ involvement in the slave trade. He also considers how best to deal with this unwanted inheritance, and how the long-lasting impact of slavery still affects the world today.
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