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Jamaica In Slavery And Freedom
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Author : Kathleen E. A. Monteith
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
Jamaica In Slavery And Freedom written by Kathleen E. A. Monteith and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with History categories.
"Jamaica's rich history has been the subject of many books, articles and papers. This collection of eighteen original essays considers aspects of Jamaican history not covered in more general histories of the island, and illluminates more recent developments in Jamaican and West Indian history." "Unique in its interdisciplinary approach, the collection emphasizes the relevance of history to everyday life and the development of a national identity, culture and economy. The essays are organized in three sections: Historiography and Sources; Society, Culture and Heritage; and Economy, Labour and Politics, with contributions from scholars in the Departments of History, Literatures in English and Political Sciences and from the Main Library, University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica." -- Book Jacket.
The History Of Jamaica Or General Survey Of The Antient And Modern State Of That Island
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Author : Edward Long
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1774
The History Of Jamaica Or General Survey Of The Antient And Modern State Of That Island written by Edward Long and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1774 with Jamaica categories.
Culture And Customs Of Jamaica
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Author : Martin Mordecai
language : en
Publisher: Greenwood
Release Date : 2001
Culture And Customs Of Jamaica written by Martin Mordecai and has been published by Greenwood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Social Science categories.
Jamaica is known widely for its beautiful beaches and the reggae music scene, but there is much more to this Caribbean country. Culture and Customs of Jamaica richly surveys the fuller wealth of the Caribbean nation, focusing on its people, history, religion, education, language, social customs, media and cinema, literature, music, and performing and visual arts. Jamaican Creole and the education system, which are not often discussed in volumes aimed at a general audience, are also examined here. Students and other interested readers will witness the unveiling of this complicated and unique country within this volume. Indispensable for the its insights on the making of modern Jamaica. Written by Jamaicans the island receives needed attention in this work. The history of Jamaica is well covered, from pre-Colombian times through slavery, to the impact of social activist Marcus Garvey, and the relatively new state of independence. Rastfarianism to Revivalism are covered as Jamaica's multitude of religious denominations is outlined. Various topics such as geography, demography, climate, cuisine, and the visual and performing arts are detailed. Accompanied by a chronology, this magical country comes to life in this wide-ranging volume. Anyone with an interest in Jamaica and its culture and customs will be indebted to the authors for their timely presentation. Students and general readers will find this volume indispensable.
An Account Of Jamaica And Its Inhabitants
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Author : John Stewart
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1808
An Account Of Jamaica And Its Inhabitants written by John Stewart and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1808 with Jamaica categories.
Jamaica
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Author : Harry S. Pariser
language : en
Publisher: Harry S. Pariser
Release Date : 1990
Jamaica written by Harry S. Pariser and has been published by Harry S. Pariser this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with Travel categories.
Jamaica Culture Smart
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Author : Nick Davis
language : en
Publisher: Kuperard
Release Date : 2011-04-01
Jamaica Culture Smart written by Nick Davis and has been published by Kuperard this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-04-01 with Travel categories.
Laid back, sun-drenched tropical paradise, or hotbed of drug-related crime and violence? Neither stereotype is true. Jamaica suffers from a PR problem, created largely by tabloid headlines written thousands of miles away. The reality is more complex and more fascinating. Despite its small size, Jamaica punches above its weight. Its footprints in sport and music are, like its people, larger than life. It is one of the few countries to have its own soundtrack— mento, ska, and reggae are popular around the world. The University of the West Indies campus at Mona is a regional source of excellence. Jamaicans have a fire that has been hard to douse. It was burning when their forefathers arrived on slave ships, barely alive after the middle passage, and it was there when they fought the British to a standstill in the Maroon Wars. In the English-speaking Caribbean they have a reputation for being brash, but the Jamaicans have a warmth that is unmatched. They are unafraid to talk to strangers, they'll laugh at nearly anything, they'll discuss and debate with passion, and they'll let you know it straight. Despite real economic and social problems, this beautiful and invigorating country regularly ranks among the top five happiest nations in the world in the annual Happy Planet Index. Culture Smart! Jamaica takes you beyond the clichés with a fresh, uniquely well-informed look at of one of the most intriguing countries in the region.
The Negro And Jamaica
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Author : Bedford Pim
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1866
The Negro And Jamaica written by Bedford Pim and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1866 with Black people categories.
The Jamaica Reader
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Author : Diana Paton
language : en
Publisher: Duke University Press
Release Date : 2021-04-30
The Jamaica Reader written by Diana Paton and has been published by Duke University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-30 with History categories.
From Miss Lou to Bob Marley and Usain Bolt to Kamala Harris, Jamaica has had an outsized reach in global mainstream culture. Yet many of its most important historical, cultural, and political events and aspects are largely unknown beyond the island. The Jamaica Reader presents a panoramic history of the country, from its precontact indigenous origins to the present. Combining more than one hundred classic and lesser-known texts that include journalism, lyrics, memoir, and poetry, the Reader showcases myriad voices from over the centuries: the earliest published black writer in the English-speaking world; contemporary dancehall artists; Marcus Garvey; and anonymous migrant workers. It illuminates the complexities of Jamaica's past, addressing topics such as resistance to slavery, the modern tourist industry, the realities of urban life, and the struggle to find a national identity following independence in 1962. Throughout, it sketches how its residents and visitors have experienced and shaped its place in the world. Providing an unparalleled look at Jamaica's history, culture, and politics, this volume is an ideal companion for anyone interested in learning about this magnetic and dynamic nation.
Understanding Jamaica Kincaid
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Author : Justin D. Edwards
language : en
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
Release Date : 2007
Understanding Jamaica Kincaid written by Justin D. Edwards and has been published by Univ of South Carolina Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Literary Criticism categories.
Understanding Jamaica Kincaid introduces readers to the prizewinning author best known for the novels Annie John, Lucy, and The Autobiography of My Mother. Justin D. Edwards surveys Jamaica Kincaid's life, career, and major works of fiction and nonfiction to identify and discuss her recurring interests in familial relations, Caribbean culture, and the aftermath of colonialism and exploitation. In addition to examining the haunting prose, rich detail, and personal insight that have brought Kincaid widespread praise, Edwards also identifies and analyzes the novelist's primary thematic concerns - the flow of power and the injustices faced by people undergoing social, economic, and political change. Edwards chronicles Kincaid's childhood in Antigua, her development as a writer, and her early journalistic work as published in the New Yorker and other magazines. In separate chapters he provides critical appraisals of Kincaid's early novels; her works of nonfiction, including My Brother and A Small Place; and her more recent novels, including Mr. Potter. colonization and neocolonization and warns her readers about the dire consequences of inequality in the era of globalization.
Brand Jamaica
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Author : Hume Johnson
language : en
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Release Date : 2019-12-01
Brand Jamaica written by Hume Johnson and has been published by U of Nebraska Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-01 with Social Science categories.
Brand Jamaica is an empirical look at the postindependence national image and branding project of Jamaica within the context of nation-branding practices at large. Although a tiny Caribbean island inhabited by only 2.8 million people, Jamaica commands a remarkably large presence on the world stage. Formerly a colony of Britain and shaped by centuries of slavery, violence, and plunder, today Jamaica owes its popular global standing to a massively successful troika of brands: music, sports, and destination tourism. At the same time, extensive media attention focused on its internal political civil war, mushrooming violent crime, inflation, unemployment, poverty, and abuse of human rights have led to perceptions of the country as unsafe. Brand Jamaica explores the current practices of branding Jamaica, particularly within the context of postcoloniality, reconciles the lived realities of Jamaicans with the contemporary image of Jamaica projected to the world, and deconstructs the current tourism model of sun, sand, and sea. Hume Johnson and Kamille Gentles-Peart bring together multidisciplinary perspectives that interrogate various aspects of Jamaican national identity and the dominant paradigm by which it has been shaped.