Francis Duncan
'A Description of the Island of St. Helena' by Francis Duncan offers a detailed look at the unique structure and natural environment of this remote island. Published in 1805, this work provides observations on the island’s volcanic origins, its climate, and its distinctive flora and fauna. Duncan’s account covers various aspects of the island, including its geographical features such as volcanic craters, lava formations, and the effects of trade winds and sea breezes. The description includes references to specific plants like the Tree Fern, Purslane, and Plantain, and discusses the general climate conditions relevant to its location in the torrid zone. The book also touches on the strategic importance of St. Helena, reflecting its role in maritime routes and trade. This historical account offers valuable insights into the natural history and geography of St. Helena as observed in the early 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
