French Pioneers In The West Indies, 1624-1664 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258028572)

French Pioneers In The West Indies, 1624-1664 is a historical book written by Nellis M. Crouse. The book explores the French colonization of the West Indies during the period from 1624 to 1664. It details the experiences of the French pioneers who settled in the Caribbean islands during this time, including their struggles with the indigenous populations and other colonial powers.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the French presence in the West Indies, including the establishment of French colonies on islands such as Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Saint-Domingue (now Haiti). It also delves into the economic and social aspects of French colonization, including the development of the sugar industry and the impact of slavery on the region.Crouse draws on a range of primary sources, including official documents, personal accounts, and historical records, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of this important period in Caribbean history. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the West Indies, French colonialism, or the early modern period more broadly.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: Nellis M. Crouse
ISBN-10: 1258028573
ISBN-13: 9781258028572
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 310
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d