The English in the West Indies; Or, The Bow of Ulysses - Froude, James Anthony; Thomas, J. J.
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Exploring the effects of emancipation on local economies and societies, James Anthony Froude traveled through the British West Indies in the late 19th century. Froude was skeptical about the abolition of slavery which occurred decades earlier. He believed the West Indies still needed British governance. This new edition includes in addition "Froudacity", a work in which J.J Thomas, a famous Trinidadian intellectual and writer, dismantles Froude's racist assumptions and defends the capability and dignity of Caribbean people.

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Exploring the effects of emancipation on local economies and societies, James Anthony Froude traveled through the British West Indies in the late 19th century. Froude was skeptical about the abolition of slavery which occurred decades earlier. He believed the West Indies still needed British governance. This new edition includes in addition "Froudacity", a work in which J.J Thomas, a famous Trinidadian intellectual and writer, dismantles Froude's racist assumptions and defends the capability and dignity of Caribbean people.
Autorenporträt
James Anthony Froude was a prominent English historian, biographer, and essayist, born on April 23, 1818, in Dartington, Devon, England. He is best known for his works on the history of England and his biographies of significant figures from the Tudor period. Froude was educated at Westminster School and Oriel College, Oxford. He developed a keen interest in history and literature, particularly in the period of the English Reformation. His writings often reflect his controversial views on religious and political matters, which garnered both acclaim and criticism. One of Froude's most notable works is "The History of England from the Fall of Wolsey to the Defeat of the Spanish Armada," a monumental historical series spanning six volumes. In this series, Froude provides a vivid and dramatic account of the tumultuous events during the reigns of the Tudor monarchs, including Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Aside from his historical writings, Froude also penned biographies of notable figures such as Thomas Carlyle. His works often tackled complex themes and explored the intersection of politics, religion, and society. James Anthony Froude's writings continue to be studied and debated by scholars, making him a significant figure in the field of historical literature.