Short History Of Barbados: From Its First Discovery And Settlement, To The End Of The Year 1767 (1768)

""A Short History of Barbados: From Its First Discovery and Settlement, to the End of the Year 1767"" is a historical book written by George Frere and published in 1768. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Barbados, a Caribbean island that was discovered by the Portuguese in the late 15th century and later settled by the English in the 17th century. The author describes the island's geography, climate, flora, and fauna, as well as the social, economic, and political developments that shaped its history. The book covers the period from the island's earliest settlement to the year 1767, including the arrival of African slaves, the development of the sugar industry, and the establishment of the island's political and legal institutions. Frere also provides insights into the island's culture, religion, and customs, making this book a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Barbados and the Caribbean region.""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.