The work is loosely based on the author's real life experiences in Suriname and is intended to be a protest against the institution of slavery.
Secondary characters include Mr. Trefry and Colonel Martin. The novel ends with the title character thrown into a fire, only to have his ears, nose, and arms chopped off in progression. It details his love of two women, Imoinda and his wife, Clemene, who he kills. The work is loosely based on the author's real life experiences in Suriname and is intended to be a protest against the institution of slavery. FTP, what is this work, subtitled The Royal Slave, written by Apra Behn ?
Secondary characters include Mr. Trefry and Colonel Martin. The novel ends with the title character thrown into a fire, only to have his ears, nose, and arms chopped off in progression.
Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave