Notes on the West Indies, vol. 1 of 2

LETTER XIV.

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_Arrival of the Lord Sheffield in Carlisle Bay. Improved sailing towards the conclusion of the voyage. Trade-wind welcomed. Advantages of bathing in a tropical climate. “Prickly heat.” First tidings of land being in sight. Coasting view of Barbadoes. Entrance of Carlisle Bay. Description of the harbour_ 75