History Of The Island Of St. Domingo: From Its First Discovery By Columbus To The Present Period (1818) - Paperback

""History Of The Island Of St. Domingo: From Its First Discovery By Columbus To The Present Period"" is a book written by James Basket and published in 1818. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the island of St. Domingo, which is now known as Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The author traces the island's history from its discovery by Christopher Columbus in 1492 to the present period, which at the time of publication was the early 19th century. The book covers various aspects of the island's history, including its colonization by the Spanish, French, and British, the slave trade, the Haitian Revolution, the establishment of the Dominican Republic, and the island's political, social, and economic developments. The author also discusses the island's geography, climate, flora, and fauna, as well as its culture, religion, and language. The book is based on extensive research, including primary sources such as official documents, journals, and letters, as well as secondary sources such as other historical accounts and travelogues. The author's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the Caribbean and Latin America. Overall, ""History Of The Island Of St. Domingo: From Its First Discovery By Columbus To The Present Period"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important island.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.