
Heathen Slaves and Christian Rulers
By Elizabeth Wheeler Andrew, Katharine C. BushnellLength7h 13m
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Heathen Slaves and Christian Rulers is a compelling anthology examining the grim realities of gender and power dynamics across cultures and continents. Through a mix of historical analysis, personal narratives, and impassioned discourses, the collection traverses a range of literary styles to present a comprehensive view of the intricate ties between colonialism, religion, and the subjugation of women. The anthology highlights not only the oppression faced by women in the grip of these powerful forces but also their resilience and the subtle acts of rebellion that served as precursors to wider feminist movements. This ensemble of works appeals to readers interested in global histories, feminist discourse, and the human condition. Compiled by Elizabeth Wheeler Andrew and Katharine C. Bushnell, trailblazing figures in the early Christian feminist movement, the anthology draws from their extensive experience and activism. The diverse voices curated in this work reflect a spectrum of narratives that interrogate religious and cultural orthodoxies, challenging predominant narratives from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As pioneers who keenly sought intersectional understandings of oppression, Andrew and Bushnell position the anthology firmly within progressive social reform and the burgeoning debate on women's rights. Readers are invited to explore Heathen Slaves and Christian Rulers as a profound resource that offers a myriad of perspectives on the intersection of sex, power, and faith. This anthology not only educates but provokes critical thinking and reflection on historical and contemporary gender issues. Ideal for students and scholars alike, it encourages dialogue and offers insights into the socio-political landscapes that continue to influence gender relations today. Authored by voices steeped in both historical context and activist urgency, it becomes an indispensable tool in understanding the complexities of cultural and religious domination.
Audiobook details
GenrePsychology, Literary Classics
Length7 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE TO THE FIRST EDITION.
11CHAPTER 9.
21 THE EARLY DAYS OF HONG KONG 2 TREACHEROUS LEGISLATION 3 HOW THE PROTECTOR PROTECTED 4 MORE POWER DEMANDED AND OBTAINED 5 HOUNDED TO DEATH 6 THE PROTECTOR'S COURT AND SLAVERY 7 OTHER DERELICT OFFICIALS 8 JUSTICE FROM THE SUPREME BENCH 9 THE CHINESE PETITION AND PROTEST 10 NOT FALLEN—BUT ENSLAVED 11 THE MAN FOR THE OCCASION 12 THE CHIEF JUSTICE ANSWERS HIS OPPONENTS 13 THE EXTENSION OF SLAVERY 14 NEW PROTECTIVE ORDINANCES 15 "PROTECTION" AT SINGAPORE 16 SLAVERY IN THE UNITED STATES 17 STRUGGLES FOR FREEDOM 18 PERILS AND REMEDIES
12CHAPTER 10.
3CHAPTER 1.
13CHAPTER 11.
4CHAPTER 2.
14CHAPTER 12.
5CHAPTER 3.
15CHAPTER 13.
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6CHAPTER 4.
16CHAPTER 14.
7CHAPTER 5.
17CHAPTER 15.
8CHAPTER 6.
18CHAPTER 16.
9CHAPTER 7.
19CHAPTER 17.
10CHAPTER 8.
20CHAPTER 18.