A Traveller's History of the Caribbean (Traveller's History) | 
 enlarge | Author: James Ferguson
Publisher: Interlink Books
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 503851
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2nd
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 371
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Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5 x 1
ISBN: 1566566908
Dewey Decimal Number: 917
EAN: 9781566566902
ASIN: 1566566908
Publication Date: July 30, 2008
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The Caribbean, a region of spectacular natural beauty, has a long and turbulent history. Described by Columbus as an earthly paradise, it has enticed travellers for hundreds of years - from gold-seeking Spanish conquistadors to modern-day tourists. "A Traveller's History of the Caribbean" traces the island's journey from slavery to revolution to independence, and finally to tourist paradise. It looks at the history of nations as diverse as Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, the Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Dominican Republic, exploring their differences and their common experiences. It reveals a region that has created a culturally vibrant future from a tumultuous past. For anyone taking their travelling seriously, this is a recommended read.
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Good introduction to complex area February 14, 2007
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A good read, suitable for beach or pool-side, especially if in the Caribbean. Covers many topics, loops back to important islands more than once. Covers Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti in some detail. Dutch Caribbean also well covered. Smaller islands (Barbados, French Caribbean, etc.) not as well-covered because of smaller populations. Basically focuses most on islands, with little detail about adjoining continental nations. Very good place to start (or think about beginning) more Caribbean study.
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