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The Torrid Zone: Caribbean Colonization and Cultural Interaction in the Long Seventeenth Century presents a reevaluation of Caribbean history during the seventeenth century, focusing on the interconnected political, economic, and social shifts that shaped the region. This edited volume challenges the traditional narrative centered around sugar plantations and African slavery, highlighting the significant roles played by Native peoples and emphasizing the diversity of colonial experiences. With contributions examining the geopolitics of Indigenous nations and their integration into colonial economies, the work advocates for a more comprehensive understanding of Caribbean interactions in a transnational context.
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