02485cam a22003493u 4500 48847 UtSlPG 20260610134125.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1900 Atwood, Thomas, -1793 The History of the Island of Dominica : Containing a Description of Its Situation, Extent, Climate, Mountains, Rivers, Natural Productions, &c. &c. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-02 Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The History of the Island of Dominica" by Thomas Atwood is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of Dominica's geographical features, climate, resources, and colonial history, emphasizing its importance to Britain during a period of territorial conflict in the West Indies. Including an analysis of the island's natural productions and the customs of its inhabitants, this work aims to highlight Dominica's potential for development and prosperity. The opening of the book begins by lamenting the lack of attention given to Dominica, despite its prospects as a significant British possession. Atwood outlines the island's geographical location, dimensions, and distinctive climate, which allow it to sustain a variety of flora and fauna. He also discusses its colonial history, noting its conquest by French forces and eventual restoration to British control. The author emphasizes that despite the island's potential, it remains largely unsettled and underdeveloped, expressing his hope that the publication of this history will inspire greater interest and investment in Dominica's future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Dominica -- Description and travel Natural history -- Dominica Slavery -- Dominica Black people -- Dominica Dominica -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48847 89685 89685