A Traveller's History Of The Caribbean

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1998
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A concise history of the Caribbean, this book covers the large islands such as Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola and Puerto Rico, to the smaller islands in the Netherlands Antilles, the islands of the Eastern Caribbean and the French and British dependencies. The Caribbean has a history of colonialism, slavery and resistance. From the gold-seeking Spanish conquistadors to modern-day tourist cruises, the islands have attracted visitors. Tracing the islands' path from slavery to revolution and independence, the book looks at the history of nations as different as Cuba, Jamaica and Haiti, explaining their diversity and their common experiences.

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A concise history of the Caribbean, this book covers the large islands such as Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola and Puerto Rico, to the smaller islands in the Netherlands Antilles, the islands of the Eastern Caribbean and the French and British dependencies. The Caribbean has a history of colonialism, slavery and resistance. From the gold-seeking Spanish conquistadors to modern-day tourist cruises, the islands have attracted visitors. Tracing the islands' path from slavery to revolution and independence, the book looks at the history of nations as different as Cuba, Jamaica and Haiti, explaining their diversity and their common experiences.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Published: 01 Nov 1998
ISBN 10: 190062415X
ISBN 13: 9781900624152
Book Overview: The Traveller's Histories: Concise but authoritative histories of countries and cities from the earliest times to the present day in one single paperback volume. '...a series which is already invaluable. Whether you're travelling or not.' The Guardian 'An excellent series of brief histories.' The New York Times

A Traveller's History Of The Caribbean

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