A True & Exact History of the Island of Barbados

A True & Exact History of the Island of Barbados, written by Richard Ligon and first published in 1657, is a significant historical account of the Caribbean. The book details Ligon's observations during his travels to Barbados, focusing on the island's geography, flora, and the burgeoning sugar industry. It serves as both a personal narrative and a commentary on colonialism, providing insights into the socio-political context of the time and the complexities of sugar production and African slavery. This work is notable for being the most important English text about the Caribbean in the 17th century.