Farther Account of the Ladies of Jamaica
An 18th century observer praises Jamaica women for genius, virtue, and family devotion while noting climate induced extravagance, a bustling domestic economy, and shifting gender roles. He laments male excesses, discusses servants and race-based labor, and concludes with cautious praise of their education and character within local constraints.
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Jamaica
Houshold
Britain
Mos
Great Britain
Dm Browne
T. Ge
Lgais
England
Nicholas Lawes
Island
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Philips
Kersey
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