Publisher's Synopsis
""A Descriptive Account Of The Island Of Jamaica V1"" is a historical book written by William Beckford in 1790. The book provides a detailed description of the island of Jamaica, including its geography, history, culture, and economy. It covers various topics such as the island's natural resources, climate, flora and fauna, the slave trade, and the social and political conditions of the island during that time. The book is considered an important source of information for historians, geographers, and scholars interested in the history and culture of Jamaica. It is a fascinating account of a colonial society and its people, written by a prominent figure of the time. The book is divided into chapters, each covering a specific aspect of the island's history and culture. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and culture of Jamaica and the Caribbean region.In Two 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.
