A Short History Of Barbados: From Its First Discovery And Settlement, To The End Of The Year 1767 (1768) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165262724)

A Short History Of Barbados: From Its First Discovery And Settlement, To The End Of The Year 1767 is a book written by George Frere in 1768. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Barbados from the time it was discovered and settled by the British in the 17th century up until the end of the year 1767. It covers the island's early days as a British colony, its development and growth, the establishment of the sugar industry, and the social and economic changes that occurred during this period. The book also explores the island's political history, including the role of the British government in its administration, the relationship between the colonists and the enslaved population, and the impact of the American Revolution on the island. Frere's work is an important historical document that sheds light on the early history of Barbados and its place in the wider context of British colonialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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.

Author: George Frere
ISBN-10: 116526272X
ISBN-13: 9781165262724
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 134
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d