Retrospect
Journal.

EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY'S HISTORY, CLASSICS AND ARCHAEOLOGY MAGAZINE

Scotland & Empire

Whilst abolitionists are widely celebrated, Scotland’s involvement in the slave trade is often overlooked and forgotten. Angela Davis examines the colonial legacy of Scottish men in Australia.
Beyond the Beads and Feathers: Unpacking the Subversive Potential of Carnival in the Atlantic World

Beyond the colour and conviviality, Carnivals have served as a means for participants to challenge oppression through performance. Angela Davis explores the history of this tradition and the sociocultural changes it has driven.