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LoC No.: 05036898

Title: The West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty Among the Colored Population Generally

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Note: Relates principally to Jamaica.

Credits: Produced by Mary Glenn Krause and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by the
Library of Congress)

Summary: "The West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty among the Colored Population Generally" by Mrs. Nancy Prince is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the unique characteristics of the West Indies islands, particularly focusing on Jamaica, and provides insights into the lives of the formerly enslaved people as they transition to freedom. The work addresses social, religious, and educational aspects of life for the colored population, as well as a commentary on the progress of Christianity in the region. In "The West Indies," Nancy Prince details her observations and experiences while visiting Jamaica, where she aimed to assist the emancipated population in their quest for education and moral upliftment. Through vivid descriptions of the islands' landscapes, climate, and the hardships faced by the colored residents, she paints a complex picture of post-emancipation society. The narrative discusses the historical context of slavery, the struggles of newly freed individuals, and the role of religious institutions in their lives. Prince also critiques the exploitative practices of missionaries and local leaders that negatively impact the community. Her account serves as both a personal narrative and a call for assistance from her readers, highlighting the resilience and aspirations of the formerly enslaved people in their pursuit of dignity and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Prince, Nancy, 1799-1856?

EBook No.: 63216

Published: Sep 16, 2020

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: West Indies -- Description and travel

Subject: Black people -- Jamaica

Subject: Jamaica -- Description and travel

LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies. Jamaica

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 05036898

Title: The West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty Among the Colored Population Generally

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Note: Relates principally to Jamaica.

Credits: Produced by Mary Glenn Krause and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by the
Library of Congress)

Summary: "The West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty among the Colored Population Generally" by Mrs. Nancy Prince is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the unique characteristics of the West Indies islands, particularly focusing on Jamaica, and provides insights into the lives of the formerly enslaved people as they transition to freedom. The work addresses social, religious, and educational aspects of life for the colored population, as well as a commentary on the progress of Christianity in the region. In "The West Indies," Nancy Prince details her observations and experiences while visiting Jamaica, where she aimed to assist the emancipated population in their quest for education and moral upliftment. Through vivid descriptions of the islands' landscapes, climate, and the hardships faced by the colored residents, she paints a complex picture of post-emancipation society. The narrative discusses the historical context of slavery, the struggles of newly freed individuals, and the role of religious institutions in their lives. Prince also critiques the exploitative practices of missionaries and local leaders that negatively impact the community. Her account serves as both a personal narrative and a call for assistance from her readers, highlighting the resilience and aspirations of the formerly enslaved people in their pursuit of dignity and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Prince, Nancy, 1799-1856?

EBook No.: 63216

Published: Sep 16, 2020

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: West Indies -- Description and travel

Subject: Black people -- Jamaica

Subject: Jamaica -- Description and travel

LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies. Jamaica

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.