The Interest

Brought to you by Penguin and longlisted for the Orwell Prize, this compelling narrative explores how the anti-slavery movement in Britain was deeply intertwined with political divisions and powerful interests, particularly through the influential 'West India Interest.' Covering the 25 years following the 1807 abolition of the slave trade, the book reveals the extent of support for slavery within the British establishment and uncovers a turbulent chapter in British history. Highly praised by critics, it provides a thorough and gripping account of a pivotal era.