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Recent Events At Mauritius (1835)

Recent Events At Mauritius (1835)

Jeremie, John
Reddie, John

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Canadian HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1166958965
ISBN13: 9781166958961
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 158
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.34 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Recent Events At Mauritius is a historical book written by John Jeremie in 1835. The book provides a detailed account of the political, social, and economic events that took place in Mauritius during the early 19th century. The author, who was a British barrister and politician, was appointed as the Chief Justice of Mauritius in 1832 and served in this position until 1835. During his time in Mauritius, he witnessed and participated in several significant events, including the abolition of slavery and the establishment of a new legal system.The book begins with a brief history of Mauritius, including its discovery by the Portuguese in the 16th century and its subsequent colonization by the Dutch, French, and British. The author then goes on to describe the political situation in Mauritius during his time there, including the role of the Governor and the Legislative Council. He also discusses the various political factions and their conflicting interests.One of the most significant events that the author discusses in the book is the abolition of slavery in Mauritius. He provides a detailed account of the debates and discussions that took place leading up to the abolition, as well as the impact that it had on the island's economy and society.The book also includes descriptions of the island's natural resources, including its sugar plantations and forests, as well as its wildlife and geography. The author provides a vivid picture of the island's beauty and diversity.Overall, Recent Events At Mauritius is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the political, social, and economic history of Mauritius during the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating island.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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