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Designed as a lively encyclopedia, this includes all the elements that constitute the heritage of modern Bahamians: historical, geographical, economic, political, social and cultural. Key events, institutions, customs and personalities are not just described but evaluated. Yet, as even a dipping will show, this A-Z is far from being entirely strait-laced. Apart from heroes and high-fliers there are plenty of eccentrics and even a few villains. Compiled by the premier historian of "The Bahamas" and four years in the making, this sparkling reference book is the distillation of research and analysis spread over half a century. Printed in colour and beautifully illustrated, it is aimed at both fact-seekers and browsers. It will interest and profit Bahamians, visitors and armchair travellers alike."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. ... Read more

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"Nassau's Historic Landmarks" attempts to capture through photography, the form and beauty of some of the oldest and most architecturally outstanding buildings of Nassau. From its early days of a few shacks in the 1660s, through attacks by enemies of Britain, it first development as a modern town was begun by Woodes Rogers in the early 18th century. The advent of the Loyalists from America in the 1780s transformed Nassau with the development of the Bahamian Colonial style of architecture. Changes in the economy of Nassau over the last 200 years, together with hurricane damage, have affected the architecture of different areas but the dominant Bahamian Colonial style continues to be adapted and used in some modern buildings. The book comprises maps, etchings and over 130 photographs with detailed captions. It records many of the historic buildings which are a part of the Bahamian heritage, and emphasizes the need for the continued conservation and preservation of historic Nassau. ... Read more

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This book encapsules the essence and total experience of the unique and captivating Bahamian cultural celebration called "Jon Coni, John Conue, Junkanoo ".It puts the reader into the skin and spirit of the author and gives him/her a first hand experience , a birds eye view, if you will of all the thrills, rushes and the mysterious spiritual link up with mother Africa and the message of the bloodline and curious identity of its spirits . The author Anthony B. ( Tony ) Carroll, has 55 years of active Individual Junkanoo participation to his credit and is a trail blazing Junkanoo artist who is responsible for introducing all of the concepts, techniques and innovative ideas during the last fifty years of this truly Bahamian cultural expression. He is the King of the Individual Junkanoo line, and he bares his Junkanoo soul for the reader . He is direct and candid, as he takes you into his secret chambers ( Worlds ) of Imagination, creativity, Inspirations, techniques, constructions and desires to entertain and thrill his loyal Junkanoo fans . He explores and explains the effects, both spiritual and physical, that the spirit of preparation for Junkanoo has on the country( Islands ) and in particular his neighbourhood and immediate family . At the conclusion of his/her odyssey through " The history of Junkanoo , My Way, All the Way " part one and " The history of Junkanoo , The Individual Junkanoo participants & performers 1940 - 2005 " part two and " The history of Junkanoo Groups, the first 25 years 1954 - 1980 " part three , the reader is enlightened, entertained and has had a total Anthony B. ( Tony ) Carroll Junkanoo experience . ... Read more

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During the sixteenth century, the powers that be in many countries use force and torture to keep the masses in line.The Catholic Church uses the Inquisition.The Russian Tsar uses torture.India uses war.The desire to escape these horrors drives people to extremes to get away.Six young men and a young woman manage to escape, leave their home countries, and try to reach the New World: the West Indies, where they hope they can begin new lives.By hard work and quirks of fate, they create a paradise—still recognized as one today.

Powerful, adventurous, compelling—The Etherington Tribune

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THE CATTLEYAS AND THEIR RELATIVES
Volume IV: The Bahamian and Caribbean Species

This is the fourth volume in a landmark series of six books devoted to the genera of the Cattleya alliance. Carl Withner's extensive experience, study, and research give readers access to an unparalleled range of information about appearance, growth habit, incidence and cultivation of each species as he describes. In addition to his considerable expertise, Dr. Withner brings clarity, precision, order and enthusiasm to the complexities the genera present. The clear and detailed text is supported by photographs, type illustrations, and diagrams.

Useful both as a botanical and horticultural reference, this is the most complete and up-to-date work on the genera included. It presents information on 67 major and minor species from nine Caribbean genera: Broughtonia, Cattleyopsis, Domingoa, Encylia, Laeliopsis, Neocogniauxia, Psychilis, Quisqueya, and Tetramicra.With increasing interest in habitat survival and in the conservation of all species, avid orchid hobbyists increasingly wish to see and know more about these lesser-known taxa. Of special interest in this volume are the first thorough information on Tetramicra and the first-ever drawing of Encyclia angustifolia, an extremely rare species first collected in Jamaica 1788 but never before photographed or drawn for publication. The general run of taxa in this volume is not to be found in ordinary orchid books and will be of great interest to enthusiasts.

Writing in the American Orchid Society Bulletin, Rebecca Northern said of the first volume: "This is a book for all time. It and the five volumes to follow will form a grand addition to orchid libraries... (a) source of information for years to come." Withner's next volumes will include discussions of Mesoamerican and the remaining South American species. All those interested in the cattleyas and their relatives, from botanist to the professional grower to the hobbyist, will find Dr. Withner's work an invaluable resource. ... Read more

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Not for everyone, but a comprehensive study...
If you are looking for a coffee table book with lots of glossy pictures, this book is not for you.However, if you are looking for a comprehensive study on the history, breeding, and ecology of this tribe, this is the book for you.As for myself, I thoroughly enjoyed my first trip through it and I love having it on the shelf as a reference. ... Read more

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Many people merely dream of traveling around the world. This highly unusual man acts on his dreams. Every time he starts to wonder about an interesting place he has not been, he simply packs his bags, grabs a camera and goes to the airport to claim his seat. Soon he is in Brazil, China, Africa or anywhere there are people to meet, things to see and do, like taking pictures, buying art, shaking hands, asking questions and being entertained by professional guides and story tellers. "Hello, how are you, good to meet you. I'm Leon Freeman from Memphis, Tennessee." I found his introduction by a tribesman in Papua New Guinea as a cousin the most striking story of them all.

Mr. Freeman retired from his school teaching career and immediately set out to explore the world. Over the years he visited five continents, sixty-two countries and a string of islands ringing the globe like pearls. He discovered one satisfying fundamental fact: in human essence, we are all one. Whatever differences there might be in our outer physical appearance or our diverse cultural extensions, there are no qualitative differences to the principle: 'all human babies are created equal.'

In this picture book, Mr. Freeman provides the viewer with unforgettable, vicarious experiences to enjoy time and time again for many years to come.

- Maia Jaribu Ajanaku, SMU - Retired Teacher, Entrepreneur ... Read more