Thoughts On The Present State Of The British West India Colonies - John Innes

""Thoughts On The Present State Of The British West India Colonies: And On Measures For Their Improvement"" is a book written by John Innes in 1840. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of the British West India colonies, including Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad, and others, and suggests measures for their improvement. Innes discusses the economic, social, and political conditions of the colonies, including the impact of slavery on the economy and the treatment of slaves. He argues that the colonies need to move away from their dependence on sugar production and diversify their economies to become more sustainable. The book also addresses the issue of slavery and the need for its abolition. Innes argues that slavery is not only morally wrong but also economically inefficient and that the British government should take steps to abolish it. Overall, ""Thoughts On The Present State Of The British West India Colonies: And On Measures For Their Improvement"" provides a comprehensive analysis of the challenges facing the British West India colonies and proposes solutions for their improvement. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire, the abolition of slavery, and the development of the Caribbean region.""Tending To The Extinction Of The African Slave Trade.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.

EAN: 9781120942098