History Of The Bahama Islands: With A Special Study Of The Abolition Of Slavery In The Colony - Paperback

The book ""History of the Bahama Islands: With a Special Study of the Abolition of Slavery in the Colony"" by James Martin Wright is a comprehensive account of the history of the Bahamas, a group of islands located in the Caribbean Sea. The book provides a detailed overview of the islands' past, from their discovery by Christopher Columbus to their colonization by the British in the 17th century.The author also focuses on the topic of slavery, which played a significant role in the history of the Bahamas. The book examines the slave trade and the conditions under which slaves were brought to the islands. It also delves into the abolition of slavery in the Bahamas, which occurred in 1834, and the impact it had on the colony.The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the history of the Bahamas. It is an important resource for anyone interested in Caribbean history, particularly the history of slavery and its abolition. The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it an enjoyable read for both scholars and casual readers. Overall, ""History of the Bahama Islands"" is a valuable contribution to the field of Caribbean history.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.