The Present State Of The West Indies

The book titled ""The Present State of the West Indies: Containing an Accurate Description of What Parts are Possessed by the Several Powers in Europe"" was written by Thomas Kitchin and was published in the year 1778. This book provides a comprehensive account of the West Indies, including a detailed description of the territories possessed by different European powers at the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the West Indies. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography and climate of the region, while the second chapter discusses the history of European colonization in the West Indies. The subsequent chapters provide detailed information on the territories possessed by different European powers, including Great Britain, France, Spain, and the Netherlands.The book also includes detailed maps of the West Indies, which provide a visual representation of the territories possessed by different European powers. These maps are accompanied by descriptions of each territory, including its history, population, and economy.Overall, ""The Present State of the West Indies"" is an important historical document that provides a valuable insight into the colonial history of the region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the West Indies, European colonialism, or the history of the British Empire.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.