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The Zorg: A Tale of Greed and Murder That Inspired the Abolition of Slavery
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A heartbreaking and harrowing true story that puts a spotlight on the tragic events aboard the ill-fated ship. Told with verve and veracity, this is history that makes a difference.
"A book of great importance and one that will likely become a classic." - New York Times Book Review
One of The New York Times' 100 Most Notable Books of 2025
A Time Magazine Must-Read Book of 2025
A New Yorker Essential Read
From the Pulitzer Finalist and New York Times bestselling author of Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives
Perfect for fans of David Grann’s The Wager and The Wide, Wide Sea by Hampton Sides
In late October 1780, a slave ship set sail from the Netherlands, b...
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