The History of Jamaica V2: Or General Survey of the Ancient and Modern State of That Island (1774)

""The History of Jamaica V2"" is a comprehensive survey of the island of Jamaica, written by Edward Long and first published in 1774. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the island's ancient and modern state. Long covers a wide range of topics, including the island's geography, climate, flora and fauna, and the history of its settlement and colonization by the Spanish and British. He also provides detailed descriptions of the island's political, social, and economic systems, including the slave trade and the sugar industry. The book is an important historical document, providing valuable insights into the history and culture of Jamaica during the 18th century.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.