Jamaica: its history, constitution, and topographical description with geological and meteorological notes

By John Jarrett Wood

Jamaica, mapped in living detail. In an age when the British West Indies were debated in Parliament and measured on the ground, John Jarrett Wood set out to capture the island whole: its past, its laws, and the lay of its land. Part historical geography reference and part political history treatise, this topographical survey book brings together jamaican constitutional history with a clear account of British colonial administration. Wood traces the island's development within the framework of empire, then turns outward to place: roads and settlements, elevations and coasts, and the patterns that shape everyday life. Readers drawn to Jamaica physical geography will value the disciplined observations, while those seeking Jamaica geology meteorology will find early, methodical notes that reflect the scientific habits of the period. Its topographical description is brisk yet evocative, showing how climate and terrain intersect with commerce and governance. As a contemporary record of British colonial administration, it clarifies debates that shaped modern Jamaica and remains a compass for historians, students and readers. It stands as a richly grounded primary source reprint for anyone exploring 19th century Jamaica and wider Caribbean colonial history. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Keep it close as a library reference edition, consult it for context, or read it straight through for the pleasure of seeing an island described with precision and conviction.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353704219
• ISBN13: 9789353704216
• Release Date: May 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"