"Myne Owne Ground": Race and Freedom on Virginia's Eastern Shore, 1640-1676

Its always assumed that Africans were treated poorly when they arrived in America. This book provides evidence to the contrary. The premise of the book is that there was a time in which Americans of African heritage were not only NOT treated as animals, but were equals in society, able to hold land, animals and even slaves! The authors focus on one area of the Virginia colony and the court records that can be found for that area.The book is a quick and easy read and does not presuppose any kind of advanced knowledge of American History. The narratives contained in the story will open your eyes as to the beginnings of the American spirit and renew your faith in the American way.

This was a fascinating investigation into the lives of black freed-men on a specific peninsula along the coast of Virginia before Bacon's Rebellion. The discussion includes information on indentured servitude as well.I found the authors refreshingly objective, providing candid opinion.Something that impressed me was that I didn't understand the extent to which indentured servitude was like temporary slavery. At one point, white runaway servants were captured and through court order were whipped and branded in the face with an R. They were considered property.

this was one of the books required for my african american experience history class last term. this reading was difficult for me due to the content, but I was able to manage. I frequently had to take breaks when reading it, or else my emotions would start to go haywire and I'd want to go back in time and give them (whites) a good ass-whooping for being utter bastards...

A very interesting slice of history regarding slavery and the fact that some Africans were actually free and land owners in the 1700s in VA. Of course this changed once the slave trade moved into full swing. I thought it was very interesting.

Purchased for my son for college class

Good read. I always love discovering an alternative perspective.

All expectations were met with this product. It was in execellent condition and I received it in a short amount of time

- cheap, intact, good condition