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Notes on the West Indies, Written During the Expedition Under the Command of the Late General Sir Ralph Abercromby, Vol. 2 of 3 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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A vivid, on-the-ground account of a British expedition in the West Indies, blending travel writing with sharp observations.
This volume presents a firsthand look at life among soldiers, officers, creoles, slaves, and indigenous peoples during a period of colonial conflict. It pairs vivid scenes of ship convoys, ports, and inland estates with reflections on climate, health, and the daily routines that shaped military and civilian existence in Barbadoes, Guiana, and nearby settlements.
Readers gain insight into the social fabric of the Caribbean colonies, including the dynamics of labor, race, and culture, as well as practical notes on logistics, medical care, and the challenges of campaigning in tropical climates.
- Ground-level descriptions of ports, plantations, and towns in Barbadoes and Guiana.
- Personal observations on Creoles, slaves, Indians, and colonial society.
- Medical notes and reflections on health, climate, and troop welfare in tropical stations.
- Accounts of naval—military movements, ships, forts, and expedition logistics.
Ideal for readers of naval history, travel writing, and colonial-era perspectives seeking a human view of life in the West Indies.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compelling and eye-opening account of the author's experiences as a young doctor during the ill-fated British military expedition to St. Domingo in 1796. The work not only provides a firsthand and detailed look at the medical practices and challenges faced by military doctors during this period but also explores the broader social, cultural, and political context surrounding the expedition, including the complexities of colonial medicine, the realities of transatlantic travel in the 18th century, and the pervasive issue of racial prejudice during the era of slavery. The author's vivid and often humorous descriptions of life in the West Indies, combined with his keen observations on the human condition, make this book a valuable and deeply engaging read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, colonialism, and the complexities of human nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332216888_0
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Notes on the West Indies, Written During the Expedition Under the Command of the Late General Sir Ralph Abercromby, Vol. 2 of 3
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