The Opportunity: Or Reasons For An Immediate Alliance With St. Domingo (1804)

By James Stephen and Dessalines Jean-Jacques 1758-1806

Book Overview

""The Opportunity: Or Reasons For An Immediate Alliance With St. Domingo"" is a historical book written by James Stephen in 1804. The book discusses the importance of forming an alliance with the island of St. Domingo (now known as Haiti) during the Haitian Revolution. Stephen argues that an alliance with St. Domingo would benefit Britain's economic and political interests, as well as help to end the slave trade. He also highlights the courage and determination of the Haitian people in their fight for freedom and equality. The book provides a unique perspective on the Haitian Revolution and its impact on international relations during the early 19th century.Also Contains Report Of The Committee Of The African Institution; Rules And Regulations; Outline Of A Plan For The Better Cultivation, Security, And Defense Of The British West Indies; A Letter Addressed To His Royal Highness The Prince Regent By A British Planter.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: 1437326323
• ISBN13: 9781437326321
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"