Black Victorians: Hidden in History

This book highlights the achievements and contributions of Black people in Victorian Britain, challenging the traditional patrician vision and revealing a more diverse and influential community. It explores the lives of notable Black individuals such as George Rice, William Cuffay, Henry 'Box Brown, Sarah Parker Remond, Fanny Eaton, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, showcasing their visibility, influence, and integration into British society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 378 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Duckworth Books

Beyond the limited portrayal of Victorian Britain as a white-dominated society in traditional textbooks, there existed a diverse and multifaceted Britain, inhabited by people of color who achieved both ordinary and extraordinary feats. In this meticulously researched and captivating history, Woolf and Abraham delve into the archives to shed light on the marginalized Black Victorians, encompassing a wide range of individuals such as George Rice, a prominent medic; William Cuffay, a political agitator; Henry 'Box Brown and Sarah Parker Remond, abolitionists; Fanny Eaton, a pre-Raphaelite muse; and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, a renowned composer. While acknowledging the complexities of Victorian attitudes towards race, Black Victorians vividly showcases how Black people were not only visible but also played significant roles in British society. Through compelling storytelling and a liberating spirit, the book challenges the dominant narratives and presents a fresh perspective on the contributions and experiences of Black individuals during the Victorian era.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780715654880