| Life in the Caribbean Contributor(s): Thompson, Keith (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9987160158 ISBN-13: 9789987160150 Publisher: New Africa Press OUR PRICE: $21.95 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2010 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - Travel | Caribbean & West Indies - History | Caribbean & West Indies - General |
| Physical Information: 0.65" H x 6" W x 9" (0.94 lbs) 288 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - African American - Cultural Region - Caribbean & West Indies |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This work looks at life in the island nations and territories of the Caribbean from a historical and contemporary perspective. The focus is on life in contemporary times. Subjects covered include geography, history, demographic composition and cultures including music, foods, religion and creole languages; how different ethnic and racial groups have shaped the destinies of the Caribbean countries through the years; the economies of the islands; educational and political systems; historical sites and tourist attractions; some of the important figures in the Caribbean islands and in the history of the Caribbean in general including those who have had an impact on the islands - and beyond - in contemporary times, and much more. Tourists and other people who want to learn about life in the Caribbean today may find this work to be useful. It's also an important work from a historical perspective. It's a comprehensive introduction to the island nations and territories of the Caribbean covering many subjects across the spectrum. |