This guide contains a list of key select primary and secondary resources books, photographs, manuscripts, maps, newspapers from the csec history syllabus. Jewish treasures of the caribbean photographically captures the littleknown history of the sephardic jews of the caribbean, as seen through the remaining historic sites in barbados, curacao, jamaica, nevis, st. History as a discipline has three aspects its content, its organising principles and its methods of. List of books and articles about caribbean history online. On our hidden gems of the caribbean expedition, youll have 12 days to explore islands in the grenadines, a subgrouping of islands in the lesser antilles. Special number to commemorate the 250th anniversary of slave emancipation in the british caribbean. Discover the best caribbean history in best sellers. The rocher du diamant o diamond rock is a picturesque volcanic island, 176 metres high, off the southern point of martinique facing the later named diamond beach.
The first spanish settlements were established in the caribbean starting in 1493. The impact of colonialism and slavery can still be seen in many of the island cultures today. Below are a few examples of items from these sections. The history of the caribbean reveals the significant role the region played in the colonial struggles of the european powers since the 15th century. Over the years, i have had dozens of conversations on the question of whether caribbean history really matters and for whom it matters. Before the europeans came west indies the places involved.
From precolonial origins to the present article pdf available in international journal of humanities and social science july 2014 with 2,550 reads. Buy a concise history of the caribbean cambridge concise histories by b. There is no attempt in this syllabus to promote one organising principle or interpretation of caribbean history. By purchasing a book through this site you help fund a ngo that supports caribbean authors. The history of the caribbean is rich with adventurous tales, blended cultures, and natural diversity. Caribbean story 1 by william claypole, john robottom alibris. A concise history of the caribbean presents a general history of the caribbean islands from the beginning of human settlement about seven thousand years ago to the present. Caribbean history core course for csec open library. Plantations, commerce and war, 14921930 by frank moya pons isbn. Influence and intervention in the twentieth century by ronald fernandez cuba between empires, 18781902 by louis a. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This book seeks to debunk eleven popular and prevalent myths about caribbean history. Caribbean history collections institute of historical.
Aug 31, 2015 caribbean history for csec cxc student book by lennox honychurch, 9781408526453, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Why caribbean history matters perspectives on history aha. In 1492, christopher columbus landed in the caribbean and claimed the region for spain. Acquire your favorite caribbean history books at low prices. You can also send us a direct donation by clicking on the link above. It narrates processes of early human migration, the disastrous consequences of european colonization, the development of slavery and the slave trade, the extraordinary profits earned. The journal of caribbean history is published two issues each year by the departments of history and philosophy, the university of the west indies.
The music and the festivals of caribbean are rich and cultural. A short history of hindujain diaspora routledge, 2019 april 7, 2020. Choice hans schmidt taught for many years at the state university of new york at new paltz. In this course, we will explore the history of the caribbean region from the time of columbuss arrival in 1492 through the end of the twentieth century. The journal of caribbean history, 20002019 online research. Written in a lively and accessible style yet current with the most recent research, the book provides a compelling narrative of caribbean history essential for students and. The genres include traditional puerto rico aguinaldo and the jamaican mento and even the salsa and reggae.
The greater antilles, the lesser antilles, and the bahamas. This book intertwines the socioeconomics of the caribbean with atlantic history in a captivating narrative that will fascinate a general audience and. The spanish, the first europeans to claim land on the caribbean islands, were often harsh taskmasters. An interdisciplinary approach chapter three history, society and culture. From the arawak and the carib to the present by jan rogozinski and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ive heard the regions history dismissed due to the relative size of caribbean societies, historians supposedly excessive preoccupation with slavery, and a questioning of what lessons can be learned from such allegedly dysfunctional societies. May 25, 2004 a brief history of the caribbean traces the people and events that have marked this constantly shifting region, encompassing everything from economic booms and busts to epidemics, wars, and revolutions, and bringing to life such important figures as sir francis drake, blackbeard, toussaint louverture, fidel castro, the duvaliers, and jean. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers.
A concise history of the caribbean cambridge concise histories. Martinique s history is quite similar to other caribbean islands, but if you look a little bit deeper, you will see the subtle historical differences that have made this tropical destination a truly unique place that proudly maintains its fascinating heritage. Capital and control in a colonial economy 2005 and jamaican. Describing an attack on a village on the island of. Caribbean history for csec cxc student book by lennox honychurch, 9781408526453, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Its nearest neighbours are the island republics of dominica, 22 miles 35 km to the northwest, and saint lucia, 16 miles 26 km to the south. Specific focus is on skills development and research guidance to develop students interest and ability. Features comprehensive coverage of the new 2009 csec syllabus in one practical volume. Caribbean chiefdoms in the age of columbus by samuel m. Some say that the name martinique is a derivative of this carib word.
He is the author of ten books on caribbean history, archaeology and geography, including slave population and economy in jamaica, 18071834 1976, cambridge university press, awarded the bancroft prize, plantation jamaica 17501850. From precolonial origins to the present 2012, tony martin emeritus professor of africana studies. Research within questias collection of fulltext online articles from the journal of caribbean history, 20002019. It includes a new chapter on caribbean culture and more detail on caribbean agriculture. National stereotypes and the literary imagination by j. The books provide a clear and comprehensive account of events in the caribbean from the coming of the amerindians to the late 1970s. Higman is the william keith hancock professor of history at the australian national university. From the arawak and carib to the present revised ed.
Cover themes in depth from earliest peoples in the caribbean to just after the end of enslavement with caribbean history. History of the caribbean traces the fate of a group of small islands whose natural resources transformed them first into some of the wealthiest places on earth and then into some of the poorest. Caribbean genealogy is new there are few books or websites which describe sources or techniques to help you to do your family history. Covering political, economic, social, and cultural themes, we will examine the major developments in the caribbean past. Ive heard the regions history dismissed due to the relative size of caribbean societies, historians supposedly excessive preoccupation. A concise history of the caribbean cambridge concise. It is included in the lesser antilles island chain. Aug 20, 20 readings chapter fourtracing history in the caribbean society and culture. He is the author of ten books on caribbean history, archaeology and geography, including slave population and economy in jamaica, 1807834 cambridge university press, 1976, awarded the bancroft prize, plantation jamaica 1750850. The editors will consider for publication articles on aspects of caribbean history, including the histories of the mainland territories of north, central and south america, where these are related.
These jewish communities date back to the early 1600s and are home to the oldest. Carrington, edward cox, monica schuler, alex tyrell, j. A brief history of the caribbean zegrahm expeditions. This is a list of topics related to the caribbean region. The substantive content of caribbean history is the activities of the peoples of the islands from the bahamas to trinidad as well as those of the peoples of belize and the guianas, from the coming of the indigenous americans to 1985. Caribbean history foundations book1 4th edition december.
The book has been revised to bring the account of the islands history up to date. The history of the caribbean is a brutal story in i found it interesting enough though that when i got a chance a wanted to finish. The caribbean people book 1 3rd edition lennox honychurch. Higman, puts the reader on notice about this situation at the very beginning of the book. A brief history of the caribbean traces the people and events that have marked this constantly shifting region, encompassing everything from economic booms and busts to. Among the many topics covered in this book and new or practically new to survey texts the following may be mentioned arawak resistance to the spanish. A conglomerate of more than seven thousand islands, islets, cays, and reefs. There are several different styles of music that originated on these islands.
History martinique martinique was discovered by christopher columbus on his fourth voyage in 1502. The caribbean people has been the best js history course in and for the caribbean for some time, as well as being an excellent read for the interested layman. Volcanic in origin, martinique is a mountainous stunner crowned by the stillsmoldering mont pelee, the volcano that famously wiped out the former capital of stpierre in 1902. List of books and articles about caribbean history. This new edition takes account of the developments since 1995, such as for example the increased presence of the lebanese. Readings chapter fourtracing history in the caribbean society and culture. Martiniques history is quite similar to other caribbean islands, but if you look a little bit deeper, you will see the subtle historical differences that have made this tropical destination a truly unique place that proudly maintains its fascinating heritage. Mar 01, 2014 over the years, i have had dozens of conversations on the question of whether caribbean history really matters and for whom it matters. Martinique, island and overseas territorial collectivity of france, in the eastern caribbean sea. Shop history caribbean west indies books at alibris. The journal of caribbean history volume 22 by unnamed and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In 1804 landed 120 english sailors who constructed a rock fort, barracks. A sheltered habitat for many varieties of marine bird and renowned for its sea life it is above all remembered for events in its not too distant history. Consolidate learning with a free cdrom in every book containing extra activities.
Brief history caribbean abebooks shop for books, art. Capital and control in a colonial economy 2005 and. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Caribbean history for csec is an accessible and interactive new title covering all the core csec topics and themes in one practical volume. Caribbean history collections institute of historical research. This book was published in the very early 90s but from what i have read most countries have not changed much in the intervening 20 years in some cases that is very sad but for most of the area that is a fairly good. History of martinique, caribbean island martinicaonline.
The island was inhabited by indigenous indians who called the martinique the island of flowers. During the course of the 17thcentury martinique was colonized by the compagnie des iles damerique. Hispanola, puerto rico, cuba, jamaica, and trinidad were settled. In 1560 he published a book, history of the indies, to show how they had been killed and abused. Caribbean history caribbean history from the second millennium bc a group of huntergatherers, known as the ciboney, made their way from south america along the chain of islands enclosing the caribbean sea. To simplify things, the islands have been divided into three main groups. See more ideas about history, west indies and caribbean. Smith is senior lecturer in history at the university of the west indies, mona, jamaica. Caribbean books foundation port of spain, trinidad email. Also, few caribbean records have been published, microfilmed, digitised, indexed or transcribed.
Most of the caribbean inhabited by carib, taino, and arawak indians. Ensure full coverage of themes from the late 19th century to 1985 with caribbean history. By 1888, the population of martinique had risen from about 163,000 people a decade earlier to 176,000. The caribs called the island madinina, which is said to mean island of flowers in the carib language. In 1804 landed 120 english sailors who constructed a rock fort, barracks and armory. Offering a striking diversity of landscapes and atmospheres, martinique is a cosmopolitan and sophisticated island that boasts worldclass beaches, topnotch hiking. After his return to the united states he would publish two books, one an account of his daily life in martinique and the other the story of a slave. Washing up on the shores of san salvador island on 12 october 1492. Written in a lively and accessible style yet current with the most recent research, the book provides a compelling narrative of caribbean history essential for students and visitors. At the same time, natural disasters continued to plague the island. Ecology and war in the greater caribbean, 16201914 by john robert mcneill, a short account of the. This guide contains a list of key select primary and secondary resources books, photographs, manuscripts, maps, newspapers from the csec history syllabus that are available at the national library of jamaica nlj.
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