Notes on the West Indies, vol. 2 of 2
LETTER XXXVIII.
_Supposed indications of peace. Visit to Mr. Dornford’s country residence. Père Edouard—his treatment of fever—his remarks on English practitioners. Birth-day ball. Contrast between French and English females. A supper scene. Martinique contrasted with the colonies of Guiana. French treatment and punishment of slaves. Importance of the distinction of colour with regard to slavery. Cruel punishment of a negro, by a Dutchman_ 318