Sacred Hunger by Barry Unsworth
"Sacred Hunger" is a historical novel that explores the Atlantic slave trade in the 18th century. The story follows the journey of a Liverpool merchant's ship, filled with slaves, as it travels from Africa to the Americas. The narrative delves into the harsh realities of the slave trade, the inhuman conditions aboard the ship, and the moral complexities faced by the crew. After a mutiny, the survivors establish a utopian community in Florida, only to face the threat of civilization once again. The novel is a profound examination of greed, power, and the human capacity for cruelty.
The 5144th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 630
- Words
- 209,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Man Booker Prize (Man Booker Prize)
- 70 Classic Booker Prize-Nominated Novels, Recommended by our Readers (Booker Prize Library Readers)