The Black Jacobins (by C. L. R. James)

"The Black Jacobins" by C. L. R. James is a comprehensive history of the Haitian Revolution (1791–1804), highlighting the rise of enslaved Africans led by Toussaint Louverture. It explores how enslaved people fought against brutal slavery and colonial rule to establish Haiti as the first independent Black republic. The book emphasizes the importance of African resistance, the complexities of revolutionary leadership, and the global impact of the uprising, framing it as a pivotal event in the struggle for racial justice and emancipation. It combines historical analysis with engaging storytelling to illuminate this groundbreaking revolution.