Predator of the Seas

This compelling biography traces the remarkable transformation of the ship known as the Black Joke, from her dark past as the slave ship Henriqueta to her role as a key player in the abolition movement. Through the perspectives of those involved—slavers, abolitionists, captives, and crew—the narrative reveals the vessel's extraordinary double life and her impact on the fight against the transatlantic slave trade. Stephen Taylor offers an engaging look at a pivotal chapter in history, highlighting Britain's efforts to end slavery at sea.