The History of the Island of Dominica (eBook)

Containing a Description of Its Situation, Extent, Climate, Mountains, Rivers, Natural Productions, &c. &c

Thomas Atwood (Autor)

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2022
106 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736622-5 (EAN)

Infos

Thomas Atwood's 'The History of the Island of Dominica' provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of the Caribbean island of Dominica. Written in a scholarly and informative style, Atwood delves into the political, social, and economic aspects of the island, connecting them to broader historical contexts. The book also includes vivid descriptions of the island's landscapes and cultures, offering readers a rich understanding of Dominica's past. Atwood's work serves as an important resource for those interested in Caribbean history and colonial studies, shedding light on the complex dynamics of colonization and cultural exchange in the region. With meticulous research and engaging writing, 'The History of the Island of Dominica' is a must-read for scholars and history enthusiasts alike.

Autor

Thomas Atwood is noted for his significant contribution to Caribbean historiography through his seminal work, 'The History of the Island of Dominica'. Not much is known of Atwood's life apart from his scholarly endeavors; he remains an obscure figure outside of his published texts. His book, which was written towards the end of the 18th century, remains one of the critical sources on the colonial history, natural history, and geography of Dominica. Though the work is firmly situated in its time, marked by a Eurocentric perspective characteristic of the colonial era, it nevertheless provides a detailed account of the island's administration under British colonial rule, and the conditions of plantation life, including the impact of the slave trade on its economy and society. Atwood's book serves as a pivotal reference for historians studying the complexities of colonial dynamics in the West Indies. His narrative is illustrative of the Enlightenment period's literary style, combining empirical observation with the didactic exposition of the period's socio-political ethos. Atwood's legacy resides in his meticulous chronicling of Dominica's past, which continues to serve as an invaluable asset for both contemporary scholars and individuals interested in the Caribbean's colonial history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 18th century travel books • Blacks • Caribbean history • Caribbean history ebooks • Colonial history Caribbean • Colonial studies • Description and travel • Dominica • Dominica island geography • Dominica travel guide • empirical knowledge • Environmental Literature • Geographical exploration • Historical Geography • historical travel accounts • History • Island of Dominica history • Late Enlightenment era • Natural History • Post-Colonialism • Slavery • Thomas Atwood author • travel literature classics • West Indies • West Indies exploration