The English Empire In America: Or A View Of The Dominions Of The Crown Of England In The West Indies (1728)

By Robert Burton

Book Overview

The English Empire in America: Or A View of the Dominions of the Crown of England in the West Indies is a historical book written by Robert Burton in 1728. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the English Empire's dominions in the West Indies, including the colonies of Jamaica, Barbados, and Virginia, among others. Burton's work covers the history of English colonization in the region, from the early settlements in the 17th century to the present day. He discusses the political and economic systems of each colony, the social structures, and the relationships between the colonizers and the indigenous peoples. The book also delves into the cultural and religious aspects of the colonies, including the role of the Church of England in shaping the colonies' development. Burton's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of historical knowledge. Overall, The English Empire in America is an informative and insightful work that provides a valuable historical perspective on the English Empire's presence in the West Indies. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism and the development of the British Empire.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: 1166298264
• ISBN13: 9781166298265
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"