Project Gutenberg 2017-04-07 Public domain in the USA. 802 Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory) 1775 1818 Lewis, Matthew Gregory Lewis, Monk 02012856 Journal of a West India Proprietor Kept During a Residence in the Island of Jamaica Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive "Journal of a West India Proprietor" by M. G. Lewis is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The narrative captures the experiences of the author during two separate residencies in Jamaica, offering insights into colonial life, the transatlantic journey, and the complexities of ownership and slavery in the West Indies. Through the eyes of the author, readers may explore the rich tapestry of island life, the environment, and the interactions between the proprietor and the enslaved population. The opening of the journal sets the stage for Lewis's voyage to Jamaica, beginning with his departure from England and the trials of sea travel, including encounters with fellow passengers and the ship's unpredictable conditions. The author reflects on the contrast between his expectations and reality while preparing to reconnect with his estate in Jamaica. He describes his observations and thoughts during the journey, using humor and vivid imagery to convey the emotions and experiences associated with travel and colonialism, including a poignant awareness of the lives of those who serve him in the new world. Through lively descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the reader gets an intimate glimpse into both the physical journey and the underlying themes of power and humanity that will likely develop further in the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Slavery -- Jamaica Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory), 1775-1818 Plantation life -- Jamaica -- History -- 19th century Jamaica -- Description and travel F1861 Text Category: Biographies Category: Travel Writing Category: History - Other Category: History - Modern (1750+) 726544 2025-08-21T15:00:35.203706 text/html 724641 2024-10-23T01:57:47 text/html 629697 2025-08-21T15:00:43.556716 application/epub+zip 636044 2025-08-21T15:00:36.716727 application/epub+zip 329482 2025-08-21T15:00:36.078715 application/epub+zip 824504 2025-08-21T15:00:48.700654 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 887612 2025-08-21T15:00:42.844672 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 583135 2022-09-24T20:29:27.837142 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 628461 2025-08-21T15:00:33.811781 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 608717 2024-10-23T01:57:47 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17820 2025-08-21T15:00:48.840660 application/rdf+xml 23417 2025-08-21T15:00:36.190708 image/jpeg 4088 2025-08-21T15:00:36.134712 image/jpeg 606953 2025-08-21T15:00:35.455714 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia