The Last Slave Ship

In "The Last Slave Ship," journalist Ben Raines uncovers the true story of the Clotilda, the last vessel to transport enslaved Africans to America, and its complex legacy in present-day Alabama. After being scuttled to hide its history, the ship's remains were rediscovered 160 years later, leading Raines on a journey from Alabama to Benin. This narrative intertwines the struggles and triumphs of Africatown, the community founded by the ship's survivors, with the lasting impacts of slavery on American society. Ultimately, the audiobook highlights the enduring connections between descendants of the enslaved, their captors, and those who sought to profit from the past, while celebrating resilience and the quest for truth.