jamaica

A collection of nine short stories about life in contemporary Jamaica, covering such subjects as a young boy's desire to buy shoes for the cricket team and a girl's adventures on a coconut plantation.

A photo-illustrated overview of Jamaican culture that covers the country's geography, history, government, economy, environment, people, lifestyle, religions, languages, arts, leisure activities, festivals, and foods, and includes a map, time line, glossary, and further reading list.

Presents an introduction to the geography of Jamaica, focusing on five major themes, including location, place, human-environment interaction, movement, and region. Includes illustrations.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, government, culture, and people of the third largest island in the West Indies.

Profiles the geography, history, government, people, culture, and economy of the island of Jamaica.

A selection of writings on the culture and traditions of African-Americans, discussing folklore, religion, and the author's personal experiences.

Sareen is concerned about participating in her first sit-up, a Jamaican celebration of the life of her recently deceased grandmother, but discovers that sharing her stories of Nana's passion for mangoes helps lift the sadness.

Contains twenty-three poems in which a young girl from Jamaica shares her experiences and feelings about living in New York City.

Presents a concise history of the Jamaican people from the arrival of the Taino around 650 A.D. to the multicultural society of the twenty-first century, and includes information about family gatherings, food traditions, and recreation.

Presents an introduction to the land, climate, people, towns and cities, business, agriculture, transportation, and natural wonders of Jamaica.