Guiana

Guiana: British, Dutch, And French is a book written by James Rodway and published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, geography, and culture of the Guiana region, which encompasses parts of South America and the Caribbean. It focuses specifically on the British, Dutch, and French colonies that existed in the region during the colonial era.The book begins with an introduction to the geography and climate of Guiana, including its rivers, mountains, and forests. It then delves into the history of the region, starting with the arrival of the first European explorers in the 16th century and continuing through the colonial period and into the early 20th century.Throughout the book, Rodway provides detailed descriptions of the various colonial powers that controlled the region, including their political and economic systems, their relations with the indigenous peoples, and their struggles for dominance over one another. He also discusses the cultural and social aspects of life in Guiana, including the religions, languages, and customs of the various ethnic groups that lived there.Overall, Guiana: British, Dutch, And French is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this fascinating region of the world. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the colonial era and the complex interactions between the various powers and peoples that shaped the region's history.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.