Jack Greene, “Settler Jamaica in the 1750s: A Social Portrait” (UVA Press, 2016)

New Books in Caribbean Studies

EpisodeNov 29, 201756m

Jack Greene, “Settler Jamaica in the 1750s: A Social Portrait” (UVA Press, 2016)

New Books in Caribbean Studies

EpisodeNov 29, 201756m

Settler Jamaica in the 1750s: A Social Portrait (University of Virginia Press, 2016) is the most recent work from distinguished historian Jack Greene. Using a treasure trove of records from the middle of the eighteenth century, Greene paints in incredible detail a societal picture of Britain’s wealthiest Caribbean colony. Greene... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/caribbean-studies

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