The West India Question: Practically Considered (1826)

The West India Question: Practically Considered is a book written by Robert Wilmot Horton in 1826. The book explores the issues surrounding the West India trade and the abolition of slavery in the British West Indies. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic, social, and political implications of the abolition of slavery and the impact it would have on the West Indian economy. Horton argues that the abolition of slavery would have a devastating effect on the West Indian economy, leading to a decline in production and a loss of revenue. He also discusses the social and political implications of the abolition of slavery, including the potential for civil unrest and the need for a new system of labor. The book provides a detailed examination of the West Indian economy, including the role of plantations, the slave trade, and the impact of abolition on the sugar industry. It also considers the broader political implications of the West India Question, including the role of the British government in promoting or hindering the abolition of slavery. Overall, The West India Question: Practically Considered is a significant historical work that provides valuable insights into the complex issues surrounding the abolition of slavery in the British West Indies. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery, colonialism, and economic development in the Caribbean.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.