Unfree Markets

In 'Unfree Markets', Justene Hill Edwards examines the commercial activities of enslaved individuals in South Carolina, highlighting their crucial role in the state's economy despite the restrictive nature of slavery.

The book delves into how these economic activities influenced the development of capitalism in the region, without leading to greater freedom for the enslaved.

Edwards uses historical records such as court documents and slave narratives to illustrate the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of enslaved people.