Stark's Guide-Book and History of Trinidad: Including Tobago, Granada, and St. Vincent; Also a Trip Up the Orinoco and a Description of the Great Venezuelan Pitch Lake (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Henry Stark

9780266544791: Stark's Guide-Book and History of Trinidad: Including Tobago, Granada, and St. Vincent; Also a Trip Up the Orinoco and a Description of the Great Venezuelan Pitch Lake (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266544797 ISBN 13: 9780266544791

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the history, geography, and wonders of the Caribbean in one authoritative guide.

This nonfiction work presents a concise history of Trinidad, with its discovery by Columbus, early settlement, and the island’s development as a Crown colony, alongside detailed chapters on climate, scenery, commerce, and cocoa districts. It also surveys nearby islands and famous features, including Tobago, Grenada, St. Vincent, and the famed pitch lake, plus a vivid account of a trip up the Orinoco.

Immerse yourself in practical insights, period illustrations, and descriptive scenes that illuminate the people, places, and patterns of life across Trinidad and its neighbors. The book blends historical narrative with travel observation, offering a clear picture of the region’s geography, industry, and culture as understood at the time of writing.

Foundations: discovery, settlement, and governance of Trinidad and related islands.
Geography and climate: valleys, mountains, rivers, and the tropical year in balance.
Landmarks and routes: the Pitch Lake, the Orinoco expedition, and important ports.
People and economy: cocoa districts, sugar and other industries, and colonial administration.

Ideal for readers of Caribbean history and travel writing who want a concise, illustrated snapshot of Trinidad and its neighboring islands, plus practical context for the region’s early exploration and commercial life.

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