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LoC No.: 02008504
Title: The West Indies and the Spanish Main
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Summary: "The West Indies and the Spanish Main" by James Rodway is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the tumultuous history of the Caribbean region, highlighting the interactions between European powers and indigenous peoples, as well as the quest for wealth and dominance through exploration, colonization, and exploitation. The narrative likely covers a range of events including voyages, conflicts, and the cultural ramifications of colonialism. At the start of the book, Rodway sets a captivating stage by introducing the reader to the rich and often violent history of the West Indies and the Spanish Main. He discusses the natural beauty of the islands and the initial encounters between the Spanish explorers and the indigenous Arawak and Carib peoples. The text illustrates the tragic consequences of these encounters, including the exploitation and decimation of native populations driven by the Spanish lust for gold and territorial expansion. Rodway hints at the ensuing conflicts and struggles among European nations for control over this "treasure-laden" region, painting a portrait of an area defined by both its stunning landscapes and its history of violence and tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Rodway, James, 1848-1926
EBook No.: 32809
Published: Jun 14, 2010
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Slavery -- West Indies
Subject: Spanish Main
Subject: West Indies -- History
LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 02008504
Title: The West Indies and the Spanish Main
Credits:
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Jane Hyland and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The West Indies and the Spanish Main" by James Rodway is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the tumultuous history of the Caribbean region, highlighting the interactions between European powers and indigenous peoples, as well as the quest for wealth and dominance through exploration, colonization, and exploitation. The narrative likely covers a range of events including voyages, conflicts, and the cultural ramifications of colonialism. At the start of the book, Rodway sets a captivating stage by introducing the reader to the rich and often violent history of the West Indies and the Spanish Main. He discusses the natural beauty of the islands and the initial encounters between the Spanish explorers and the indigenous Arawak and Carib peoples. The text illustrates the tragic consequences of these encounters, including the exploitation and decimation of native populations driven by the Spanish lust for gold and territorial expansion. Rodway hints at the ensuing conflicts and struggles among European nations for control over this "treasure-laden" region, painting a portrait of an area defined by both its stunning landscapes and its history of violence and tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Rodway, James, 1848-1926
EBook No.: 32809
Published: Jun 14, 2010
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Slavery -- West Indies
Subject: Spanish Main
Subject: West Indies -- History
LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.