A Historical Account Of The Island Of Saint Vincent (1831)

By Charles Shephard

Book Overview

""A Historical Account of the Island of Saint Vincent"" is a book written by Charles Shephard and published in 1831. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of Saint Vincent Island, which is located in the Caribbean Sea. The author describes the island's geography, flora, fauna, and the various tribes and peoples who have inhabited it throughout history. Shephard also provides a detailed account of the island's colonial history, including the arrival of European settlers, the establishment of plantations, and the impact of the slave trade. The book also covers the island's involvement in the American Revolution and the French Revolutionary Wars, as well as its eventual independence from British rule. Overall, ""A Historical Account of the Island of Saint Vincent"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Caribbean and the impact of colonialism on its people and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165312220
• ISBN13: 9781165312221
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"