The Great Resistance

Carrie Gibson's "The Great Resistance" offers a comprehensive and richly detailed exploration of four centuries of enslaved people's efforts to achieve freedom across the Western Hemisphere. Covering key revolts, defiance, and abolitionist milestones, the book portrays resistance as a continuous, expansive struggle that shaped the history of the Americas. With deep scholarship and compelling storytelling, it highlights the resilience and spirit of those who fought against slavery, emphasizing that their collective efforts transformed the idea of freedom into a reality.