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_aPrince, Nancy, _d1799-1856? |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty Among the Colored Population Generally |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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| 500 | _aRelates principally to Jamaica. | ||
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2020-09-16 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Mary Glenn Krause and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) | ||
| 520 | _a"The West Indies: Being a Description of the Islands, Progress of Christianity, Education, and Liberty among the Colored Population Generally" by Mrs. Nancy Prince is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the unique characteristics of the West Indies islands, particularly focusing on Jamaica, and provides insights into the lives of the formerly enslaved people as they transition to freedom. The work addresses social, religious, and educational aspects of life for the colored population, as well as a commentary on the progress of Christianity in the region. In "The West Indies," Nancy Prince details her observations and experiences while visiting Jamaica, where she aimed to assist the emancipated population in their quest for education and moral upliftment. Through vivid descriptions of the islands' landscapes, climate, and the hardships faced by the colored residents, she paints a complex picture of post-emancipation society. The narrative discusses the historical context of slavery, the struggles of newly freed individuals, and the role of religious institutions in their lives. Prince also critiques the exploitative practices of missionaries and local leaders that negatively impact the community. Her account serves as both a personal narrative and a call for assistance from her readers, highlighting the resilience and aspirations of the formerly enslaved people in their pursuit of dignity and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aWest Indies -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aBlack people -- Jamaica | ||
| 653 | _aJamaica -- Description and travel | ||
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