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Read the West Book Club- The Other Slavery: The Uncovered Story of Indian Enslavement in America

October 17, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

Since the time of Columbus, Indian slavery was illegal in much of the American continent. Yet, as Andrés Reséndez illuminates in his myth-shattering The Other Slavery, it was practiced for centuries as an open secret. Through riveting new evidence, including testimonies of courageous priests, rapacious merchants, and Indian captives, The Other Slavery reveals nothing less than a key missing piece of American history.

Read the West Book Club meets in October, November and December; attend just one event or all three. Select books available for purchase in The Museum Store (15% discount for Museum members). Refreshments provided. $9, $6 for Museum members. Register by October 15. Click Here to register

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