Publisher's Synopsis
The Barbados-Antigua Expedition (1919) is a historical book written by Charles Cleveland Nutting. The book is a detailed account of Nutting's expedition to the islands of Barbados and Antigua in 1919, where he conducted extensive research on the marine life of the region. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the expedition. Nutting begins by describing the planning and preparation that went into the expedition, including the selection of his team and the equipment they would need. He then goes on to detail their journey to Barbados and Antigua, including the challenges they faced along the way. Once on the islands, Nutting and his team set out to explore the marine life of the region, conducting numerous dives and collecting a vast array of specimens. The book includes detailed descriptions of the various species they encountered, as well as their habitats and behaviors. Nutting also provides insights into the local culture and customs of the islands, and the impact of colonialism on the region. Overall, the Barbados-Antigua Expedition (1919) is a fascinating account of a scientific expedition to the Caribbean, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in marine biology, Caribbean history, or exploration in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
