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Eight Years In British Guiana: Being The Journal Of A Residence In That Province From, 1840-1848

Eight Years In British Guiana: Being The Journal Of A Residence In That Province From, 1840-1848

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ISBN10: 1163239178
ISBN13: 9781163239179
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Eight Years in British Guiana is a journal written by Barton Premium, chronicling his experiences during his eight-year residence in the province of British Guiana from 1840 to 1848. The book provides a detailed account of the author's daily life, observations of the local culture, customs, and traditions, as well as his interactions with the diverse population of the region.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the political and economic conditions of the province, the state of the local agriculture and industry, and the challenges faced by the colonial administration in governing the region. The author also describes the natural beauty of the country, its flora and fauna, and the various adventures he experiences during his travels.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the social and cultural life of the people of British Guiana, including their religious beliefs, education, and social customs. He also discusses the role of slavery in the region and the efforts made by the British government to abolish it.Overall, Eight Years in British Guiana is a fascinating account of life in a colonial province during the mid-19th century, providing a unique perspective on the history and culture of the region.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.

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