Recent tragic political events have propelled the tiny Caribbean islands of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique into the affairs of Superpowers, and within the last two decades more books have been written on Grenada than in its entire history. Far more than just being an account of the political history of the island, "A-Z of Grenada Heritage" provides a fascinating examination of the island, incorporating the varied and frequently ignored aspects of its culture, history, and natural environment."Macmillan Caribbean A-Zs" are a comprehensive series of reference books that provide an invaluable and entertaining source of information to the countries that comprise the Caribbean region. Highly illustrated and in full-colour throughout, they are a unique 'one-stop' resource to the cultural heritage of a fascinating and richly diverse part of the world.
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Amazing!!!!,
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It makes great reading for those of us who of Grenadian heritage but have lost the connection to our culture. The book provides valuable historical information that is often lost over time and is a wonderful tool that I can share with my daughter.
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I was born in Grenada but grew up here in the US. My parents and other family members made sure that I knew my culture. Although I have been back there many times,after reading this book, I was able to get eeven more knowledge of all that was instilled in my cultural knowledge by them. It is a great conversation book between family and friends who are not from Grenada. Well worth the read and teh money.
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"A-Z of Grenada Heritage" is an oversized, 283-page, color illustrated [on quality paper] compendium of useful information about multiple aspects of the island of Grenada.John Angus Martin writes to the point and provides facts of historical and contemporary information in an easily understandable manner. Excellently chosen photographs and illustrations catch one's interest. Martin backs up his knowledge with references. A partial entry example: "FISHERMAN'S BIRTHDAY is a Roman Catholic festival celebrated on 29 June each year as the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul. In the town of GOUYAVE, one of the largest fishing communities in the islands, festivities are the 'grandest' and are attended by visitors from all across Grenada. Under the French the parish was dedicated to St. Pierre, the patron saint of fishermen. After church services in each parish and the blessing of fishermen's boats and nets, there are boat races, eating, drinking and merrymaking for the remainder of the day; the merrymaking dates to the mid-1960s . . ." "A-Z of Grenada Heritage" is recommended for library 'Country' collections, for every travel and tourist-related organization's reception area, for those who live on the Spice Isle, for those who visit Grenada, and for those who plan to visit Grenada. The book is a delight; there's nothing quite like it.
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ADAMS, Ferguson (c. 1890-1983) 'Sugar Adams' was probably the most legendary Big Drum Dance performer and 'certainly one of the greatest musicians that the Caribbean has produced.' Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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ADAMS, Ferguson (c. 1890-1983) 'Sugar Adams' was probably the most legendary Big Drum Dance performer and 'certainly one of the greatest musicians that the Caribbean has produced.' Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Island Caribs, West African, Premier Gairy, West Indies, South America, West Indian, World War, Fort Royal, Petite Martinique, Legislative Council, British Parliament, Caribbean Georgian, Eastern Caribbean, George's Town, French Caribbean, Grande Anse, Colonial Office, English-speaking Caribbean, House of Representatives, Grenada Legislature, Lesser Antilles, King George, French Antilles, Point Salines, Supreme Court Browse Sample Pages:
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