Book 3: The Manhunt – The History of Colonialism Series

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Uncover the devastating human cost and economic drivers behind global empires in The Manhunt, the powerful third volume in Mehdi Mirkiai’s acclaimed series, The History of Colonialism. Published by Green Palm Publications, this essential volume confronts the dark, complex history of the global slave trade following the dawn of European colonization. Rather than treating slavery as an isolated historical footnote, Mirkiai masterfully exposes how the capture, forced migration, and exploitation of millions of human beings became the literal engine driving the global economy, industrialization, and modern capitalism.

The Transatlantic Slave Trade: A Cutthroat Imperial Race

As European superpowers raced to discover and dominate new lands, the hunt for labor quickly transformed into a highly lucrative international industry. The Manhunt meticulously traces how different colonial powers participated in and profited from this brutal system:

• The Portuguese Pioneers: As the earliest explorers of new sea routes, the Portuguese initiated the modern slave trade before their rivals, beginning with the systemic kidnapping and enslavement of black Africans.

• The Spanish Empire: Reaching the Americas first, the Spanish initially attempted to enslave Native American populations. When disease and resistance disrupted their plans, they rapidly turned to the mass importation of enslaved African people.

• The British Economic Foundation: The English reaped the greatest individual and governmental profits from the slave trade. This volume reveals how Great Britain built nearly the entire foundation of its domestic economy, banking systems, and industrial revolutions on the backs of enslaved laborers in their colonies.

• The French Rivalry and Resistance: Refusing to be left behind, the French engaged intensely in the human trade—until violent, historic slave revolts transformed their colonies and forced a dramatic retreat.

A Century-Long Journey of Survival and Economic Impact

In The Manhunt, readers accompany enslaved Africans across a century-long timeline, traveling to various corners of the globe. The book goes beyond the Americas to examine how industrial advancements in Western Europe were financed by colonial exploitation, even tracking the surprising, interconnected ripple effects of this global trade on nations like Iran. Finally, Mirkiai provides a penetrating analysis of the true economic and political reasons behind the eventual abolition of slavery by its greatest beneficiaries, concluding with a profound look at the legacy of the largest intercontinental forced migration in human history.

Why This Book is Essential Reading:

• A Comprehensive Global View: Connects the dots between European wealth, American plantations, and global trade networks.

• Uncompromising Historical Accuracy: Perfect for academic studies, history enthusiasts, and students seeking an honest look at imperial mechanics.

• Crucial Series Anchor: Volume 3 offers foundational context for the economic realities explored throughout the rest of The History of Colonialism series.

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• Author: Mehdi Mirkiai (Mehdi Mirkiayee)

• Publisher: Green Palm Publications

• Series: The History of Colonialism (Book 3)

• Target Audience: Highly recommended for young adults, secondary history students (excellent for IGCSE and A-Level history context), and mature readers.