Le Tour du Monde; Indes Occidentales by Various

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Author Various
Editor Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890
Title Le Tour du Monde; Indes Occidentales
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2. sem. 1860
Note Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Le Tour du Monde; Indes Occidentales" by Various is a collection of travel writings created in the mid-19th century. The compilation features the observations and reflections of various authors, particularly focusing on the West Indies. Through elegant prose and insightful descriptions, the book covers the cultural, social, and natural landscapes of these islands, highlighting the lives of their inhabitants and the impact of historical events. The opening of the work introduces the island of Saint-Thomas, a crucial stop in the Caribbean, and explores the journey of author Anthony Trollope as he embarks on his travels. He arrives in the island after departing from England, noting its strategic importance as a hub for ships traveling throughout the region. Trollope engages with the contrasting towns of Kingston and Spanish Town in Jamaica, providing lively descriptions of the landscapes, the underwhelming conditions of the towns, and observations on the local population, including the dynamic between the white and black communities post-emancipation. His narrative sets the stage for discussions on the historical ramifications of colonialism and the evolving racial dynamics in the Caribbean. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Subject Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Subject Travelers -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 25576
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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