Publisher's Synopsis
The Narrative of General Venables: With an Appendix of Papers Relating to the Expedition to the West Indies is a historical book written by Robert Venables and published in 1900. The book is a first-hand account of the expedition to the West Indies in 1654, led by Venables himself, which aimed to capture the Spanish colonies and gain control of the region. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is the narrative of General Venables, which describes the events leading up to the expedition, the preparations made, and the journey to the West Indies. Venables provides a detailed account of the battles fought, the strategies used, and the difficulties faced during the expedition. He also describes the geography, climate, and people of the West Indies.The second part of the book is an appendix of papers relating to the expedition. These papers include letters, reports, and other documents that provide additional information about the expedition and the events that took place. The appendix also includes maps and illustrations that help to visualize the expedition and the West Indies.Overall, The Narrative of General Venables is an important historical document that provides insight into the early colonization of the West Indies and the struggles faced by early explorers and conquerors. The book is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the history of the West Indies.And The Conquest Of Jamaica, 1654-1655.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.
