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Understanding Belize: A Historical Guide

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Plenty of travel guides cover Belize; but much fewer narrow the focus to its history and culture. UNDERSTANDING BELIZE tells the story of the country, from its early days as a haven for pirates through its current attraction as an ecotourism focal point. Black and white photos and a timeline accompany a rare survey of the nation that will appeal not just to travelers, but to any interested in the individual histories and evolution of the South American countries.

Diane C. Donovan

California Bookwatch

It is hard to find solid information about Belize, and this book has pulled together a wealth of resources. Well researched and seemingly unbiased. Enjoyed the balance of focus on the various elements of Belize -- Mayan, Colonial, Spanish, Creole, etc. I'd give it a 5th star but there are times when the writing can be abrupt and perhaps a bit choppy. Still, if you want a book about Belize, this is the best I've found.

Fabulously written in witty, easy-to-understand language. A fun yet highly informational read. I might have majored in history had he written the text!

This is a very nice book on the history of Belize. My whole family went on a trip to Belize and this little book kept "walking away". Everyone enjoyed the easy to ready history.