Restavec
Jean-Robert Cadet
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Restavec
Published
1998
Publisher
University of Texas Press
Pages
182
ISBN-10
0292712030
Description
African slaves in Haiti emancipated themselves from French rule in 1804 and created the first independent black republic in the Western Hemisphere. But they reinstituted slavery for the most vulnerable members of Haitian society - the children of the poor - by using them as unpaid servants to the wealthy. These children were - and still are - restavecs, a French term whose literal meaning of "staying with" disguises the unremitting labor, abuse, and denial of education that characterizes the children's lives. In this memoir, Jean Robert Cadet recounts the harrowing story of his youth as a restavec, as well as his inspiring climb to middle-class American life. He vividly describes what it was like to be an unwanted illegitimate child "staying with" a well-to-do family whose physical and emotional abuse was sanctioned by Haitian society. He also details his subsequent life in the United States, where, despite American racism, he put himself through college and found success in the Army, in business, and finally in teaching.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Restavec?
This edition of Restavec has approximately 182 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Restavec?
For most readers, Restavec typically takes between 3h 48m and 2h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 45,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Restavec?
The estimated word count for Restavec is approximately 45,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Restavec?
Restavec was written by Jean-Robert Cadet.
When was Restavec published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.