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Remarks Upon The Situation Of Negroes In Jamaica: Impartially Made From A Local Experience Of Nearly Thirteen Years In That Island (1788)

Remarks Upon The Situation Of Negroes In Jamaica: Impartially Made From A Local Experience Of Nearly Thirteen Years In That Island (1788)

Beckford, William, Jr.

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Anthropology20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 110437370X
ISBN13: 9781104373702
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 27 2009
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.35
Height: 0.23 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Remarks Upon The Situation Of Negroes In Jamaica: Impartially Made From A Local Experience Of Nearly Thirteen Years In That Island is a book written by William Beckford Jr. in 1788. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences in Jamaica, where he lived for almost thirteen years. Beckford Jr. provides an impartial and objective analysis of the living conditions and treatment of the black population in Jamaica during the late 18th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the situation of the black population in Jamaica. Beckford Jr. discusses the living conditions of the slaves, their diet, clothing, and housing. He also covers the treatment of slaves by their owners, including the use of punishment and the conditions of work on the plantations.In addition to his observations on the situation of the black population, Beckford Jr. also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of Jamaica at the time. He discusses the impact of the slave trade on the island's economy, as well as the political and social structures that governed the island.Overall, Remarks Upon The Situation Of Negroes In Jamaica is a valuable historical document that provides a rare firsthand account of the treatment of slaves in Jamaica during the late 18th century. The book offers a unique perspective on the social and economic conditions of the island at the time, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery and colonialism.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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