Over thirty thousand slaves were brought to the shores of colonial America on ships owned and captained by James DeWolf. When the United States took action to abolish slavery; this Bristol native manipulated the legal system and became actively involved in Rhode Island politics in order to pursue his trading ventures. He served as a member of the House of Representatives in the state of Rhode Island and as a United States senator; all while continuing the slave trade years after passage of the Federal Slave Trade Act of 1808. DeWolf's political power and central role in sustaining the state's economy allowed him to evade prosecution from local and federal authorities--even on counts of murder. Through archival records; author Cynthia Mestad Johnson uncovers the secrets of James DeWolf and tells an unsettling story of corruption and exploitation in the Ocean State from slave ships to politics.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Very good and insightful bookBy theresa johnsVery good and insightful book. I had to remove the dust cover while reading because he is so evil looking. Great service. Thank you!9 of 11 people found the following review helpful. Hitler’s Religion is a scientific studyBy Carlisle PercivalMy disclaimer is that I was given this book in exchange for writing a review. A fuller disclosure is that I had already preordered the book at the time the offer was made. I accepted the offer and gave the extra copy to a friend. I have read all of his books and you should too if you are interested in how our culture arrived at where we are today. I recommend this book highly for any who find Hitler fascinating.Hitler was arguably the most influential and interesting leader of the 20th century. He led a civilized society that was still the zenith (though less so after WWI) of European culture into perpetrating acts so despicable that it created a whole class of people known as deniers. For some; these deeds let loose by Hitler are simply too horrible to contemplate. What drove this man? Could Hitler really have had any religion? In Hitler’s speeches and writings he spoke of God; a Creator and on at least one occasion a ‘Lord and Savior.’ Were his beliefs based on anything like the Bible and Christianity? Did they translate into anything like orthodox Christianity?If all you want is a one sentence answer; Dr. Weikart gives it in the introduction but there is so much more in this book. At heart; Weikart is a scientist. This may sound strange as a description of a historian but history too is a science. This book is assiduously footnoted with sources. Whenever possible; Weikart uses Hitler’s own words from Mein Kampf; Hitler’s Second Book and published speeches. Secondary sources include Table Talk; collections of anecdotes and interviews with close associates. Where controversies exist; Weikart presents his argument then follows with his opposite number’s counterargument and finally he gives his rejoinder to the counterargument. Honesty like this is refreshing and rare. Would that all historians would present their view in such a fashion.The early chapters include an exploration of Hitler’s early influences – notably Schopenhauer and Nietzsche – and whether or not Hitler was a Christian or an Atheist. Later; Weikart explores Hitler’s true antipathy toward Christian churches; the sources of his anti-Semitism and whether or not he was an occultist/pagan. Weikart finishes up with the identity of Hitler’s ‘Lord’; in what sense he believed in creation and the basis for the morality that he possessed.Hitler’s agenda and the reaction to it reshaped the world. It was an epic battle of good against evil. Ideas do have consequences. You would be mistaken if you think that such a man had no theology or that you have no theology. This book is an in-depth exploration of the philosophical; theological; logical and scientific foundations of Hitler’s vision for the modern world and it is a damn fine read.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I think this is a good book. I would recommend it to anyone who ...By KimberlyI have always wondered about the religion of Adolf Hitler. I think this is a good book. I would recommend it to anyone who wants thorough analysis of Hitler's view of God.
