The legal framework of slavery in the Dutch Republic and its colonies

Abstract

"This study centers on the Dutch Republic, where Roman law-applied alongside contemporary legislation-was used to regulate the lives of enslaved individuals across its territories, albeit in a highly selective manner"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents

"All Men are Free, and None are Slaves" -- Conflict of Laws in the Republic and Slavery -- Slavery in the Republic of the Seven Provinces -- Slavery & Law in Africa and During the Middle Passage -- Slavery in Kaap De Goede Hoop -- Slavery on Curaçao -- Slavery in Suriname -- Slavery in Suriname and Curaçao in the Nineteenth Century -- Comparison and Evaluation.