Agricola's Letters And Essays On Sugar Farming In Jamaica (1845)

Agricola's Letters and Essays on Sugar Farming in Jamaica (1845) is a book written by Agricola Whitehouse, an Englishman who lived and worked in Jamaica during the 19th century. The book is a collection of letters and essays that Whitehouse wrote to his friends and colleagues in England about his experiences as a sugar planter in Jamaica.The book provides a detailed account of the sugar industry in Jamaica during the mid-19th century, including the methods of cultivation, processing, and exportation of sugar. Whitehouse also discusses the social and economic conditions of the island, including the treatment of slaves and the impact of slavery on the economy.The letters and essays in the book are written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers from all backgrounds. Whitehouse's insights into the sugar industry and the conditions of life in Jamaica during this period make this book a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the Caribbean.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.