The History of Barbados: Comprising a Geographical and Statistical Description of the Island, a Sketch of the Historical Events Since the Settlement, and an Account of Its Geology and Natural ProductionsThis classic in West Indian history is invaluable, not only for a study of the history of Barbados, but for its wealth of information about the island. |
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