The Torrid Zone, or, Blessings of Jamaica

The Torrid Zone, or, Blessings of Jamaica

Portrayal of colonial life in three spheres. At the top sphere are the zodiac symbols for Cancer and Leo; in centre is a demon or angel of death holding some concoction in his hand while one leg hangs over the middle sphere where colonists are seen engaging in various leisurely activities. In the lowest sphere, separated from the middle by a large scythe, is the 'monster' of yellow fever, standing between two skeletal looking figures - one suffering from sore throat and the other from dry gripes. In this lower sphere are dark images such as snakes, skulls and scorpions.

Jamaica; Tropical medicine; Death; Diseases; Communicable diseases; Scythes; Yellow fever

Abraham James

1-Oct-1800

NLJ Print Collection - P/1203

D0004997

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London: William Holland, 1800.