The History Of Jamaica V1 - Edward Long - Bog

The History of Jamaica V1: Or General Survey of the Antient and Modern State of That Island is a book written by Edward Long in 1774. It is a comprehensive account of the history and current state of Jamaica, covering both the ancient and modern periods. The book provides a detailed description of the island's geography, climate, flora and fauna, and its people, including the indigenous Arawak and Carib tribes, as well as the African slaves who were brought to the island to work on the sugar plantations. Long also discusses the political and economic systems of Jamaica, including the role of the British colonial government and the impact of the slave trade on the island's economy. The book is considered an important historical source for understanding the development of Jamaica and the impact of colonialism on the Caribbean region.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.