Publisher's Synopsis
""The West Indies and the Spanish Main"" is a travelogue written by the renowned English novelist, Anthony Trollope. The book is a detailed account of Trollope's journey through the West Indies and the Spanish Main, which he undertook in 1858. In the book, Trollope describes his experiences and observations of the people, culture, and landscapes of the various islands he visited, including Barbados, Trinidad, Jamaica, and Cuba. He also provides insights into the history and politics of the region, particularly the legacy of slavery and the impact of colonialism.Trollope's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and he brings the places and people he encounters to life through his vivid descriptions. He also reflects on the social and economic issues facing the region, such as poverty and inequality, and offers his opinions on the potential for the West Indies and the Spanish Main to develop into prosperous and independent nations.Overall, ""The West Indies and the Spanish Main"" is a fascinating and informative travelogue that provides a unique insight into the Caribbean region during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Caribbean history, culture, and society.1860. Prolific English writer of novels dealing with Victorian life. Trollope also worked and traveled extensively for the Post Office, undertaking important postal missions at various times to Egypt, the West Indies and the United States. In addition to his novels Trollope wrote a number of travel books. This volume begins: I am beginning to write this book on board the brig-, trading between Kingston, in Jamaica, and Cien Fuegos, on the southern coast of Cuba. At the present moment there is not a puff of wind, neither land breeze nor sea breeze; the sails are flapping idly against the masts; there is not motion enough to give us the command of the rudder; the tropical sun is shining through upon my head into the miserable hole which they have deluded me into thinking was a cabin. The marine people-the captain and his satellites-are bound to provide me; and all that they have provided is yams, salt pork, biscuit, and bad coffee. I should be starved but for the small ham-would that it had been a large one-which I thoughtfully purchased in Kingston; and had not a kind medical friend, as he grasped me by the hand at Port Royal, stuffed a box of sardines into my pocket. He suggested two boxes. Would that I had taken them! See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
