St. Lucia: Historical, Statistical, and Descriptive (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry H. Breen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528089413 ISBN 13: 9781528089418

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover St. Lucia in a detailed historical, statistical, and descriptive study.

This volume presents a thorough portrait of the island, blending geography, climate, population, and the arc of its colonial history into a single, accessible narrative. The work draws on public records and firsthand observation to illuminate how St. Lucia has shaped and been shaped by wider Caribbean events.

This edition offers a clear, data‑driven look at the island’s:

• Geographical position, terrain, mountains, and harbors, with notes on notable places and routes.
• Historical milestones from early Carib presence through French and British periods, including key sieges, governance, and territorial context.
• Population, religion, and social life, with attention to how colonial policy affected daily life and communities.
• Climate, soil, agriculture, and natural resources, plus insights into the island’s economy and public works.

Ideal for readers of Caribbean history, colonial studies, or historical geography, this book provides a compact, notationally rich snapshot of St. Lucia’s past and its lasting impact on the region.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528089413
• ISBN 13: 9781528089418
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 439