Twenty-Five Years In British Guiana (1898)

""Twenty-Five Years In British Guiana"" is a non-fiction book written by Henry Kirke and published in 1898. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences during his twenty-five years of living and working in British Guiana, a former British colony in South America. Kirke was a British civil servant who held various positions in the colonial administration, including being the government secretary and the acting governor of the colony. The book provides a detailed account of life in British Guiana during the late 19th century, including the political, social, and economic conditions of the colony. Kirke describes the diverse population of the colony, which included Amerindians, Africans, and East Indians, and their respective cultures and traditions. He also writes about the challenges of governing a colony with a complex social structure and the efforts made by the colonial administration to improve the lives of its citizens.The book also covers the natural history of British Guiana, including its flora and fauna, and the author's experiences traveling through the interior of the country. Kirke provides an insightful and informative account of the geography, climate, and natural resources of the colony.Overall, ""Twenty-Five Years In British Guiana"" is an important historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the colonial period of South America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism, the natural history of South America, or the social and cultural history of the region.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.