{"product_id":"9788427901414","title":"The Dance of the Slaves","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Slave Dancer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA youth novel of great emotional intensity that transports the reader to the stark reality of the slave trade in the 19th century. Through the eyes of Jessie Bollier, a young musician who is kidnapped, the work explores the struggle for survival and moral resistance in a dehumanizing environment. A story that combines adventure and social critique, offering a unique perspective on history and the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJessie Bollier, a boy who plays the fife on the docks of New Orleans to earn a few coins, sees his life cut short when he is kidnapped by a sailor and taken aboard \u003cem\u003eThe Moonlight\u003c\/em\u003e, a slave ship. His mission, imposed by the crew, is to make the slaves dance on deck to keep their muscles toned and increase their resale value. The novel follows the agonizing transatlantic crossing, exploring Jessie's moral dilemma, trapped between his own survival and forced complicity in the horror of the trade. The work dives into the complexity of human relationships under extreme conditions, showing both the cruelty and the solidarity that can emerge in a context of oppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSlavery and the human trade in the 19th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe moral conflict between survival and complicity in injustice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe loss of innocence and the awakening to the reality of the adult world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eResistance and human dignity in the face of dehumanization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe power of music as a tool for control and, at the same time, expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is especially indicated for young readers aged 12 and up interested in historical novels with a strong component of adventure and moral reflection. It is also a valuable read for adults looking for a moving and educational narrative about a dark period of history, as well as for teachers and reading mediators who wish to address issues of social justice and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA rigorous and accessible historical perspective on the slave trade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA protagonist the reader can empathize with, facilitating immersion in the central ethical dilemma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA narrative that encourages reflection on individual responsibility and decision-making in extreme situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reading experience that combines the suspense of adventure with the depth of human drama.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTools for understanding the complexity of power relations and resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Fox, Paula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Noguer Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Children's and youth fiction and true stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NOGUER INFANTIL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: May 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 176\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 250 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Slave Dancer\u003c\/em\u003e is a work by acclaimed author Paula Fox that strikes a difficult balance between an adventure story and social critique. Its focus on the perspective of a youth forced to collaborate with the slave system adds a layer of moral complexity rarely seen in young adult literature. The novel is especially relevant for readers looking for stories that not only entertain but also invite reflection on history and ethics, establishing itself as a reference title within the Noguer Infantil collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOGUER EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53410008367451,"sku":"9788427901414","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978842790141.jpg?v=1781900171","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788427901414","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}