Amid the lush beauty of Jamaica's northern coast lies the true story of Ian Fleming's iconic creation: James Bond. For two months every year, from 1946 to his death 18 years later, Ian Fleming lived at Goldeneye, the house he built on a point of high land overlooking a small white-sand beach on Jamaica's stunning north coast. All the James Bond novels and stories were written there. This audiobook explores the huge influence of Jamaica on the creation of Fleming's iconic postwar hero. The island was for Fleming part retreat from the world, part tangible representation of his values, and part exotic fantasy. Goldeneye also examines Fleming's Jamaican friendships - his extraordinary circle included Errol Flynn, the Oliviers, international politicians, and British royalty as well as his close neighbor, Noël Coward - and traces his changing relationship with Ann Charteris (and hers with Jamaica) and the emergence of Blanche Blackwell as his Jamaican soul mate. Goldeneye also compares the real Jamaica of the 1950s during the buildup to independence with the island's portrayal in the Bond books, to shine a light on the attitude of the likes of Fleming and Coward regarding the dramatic end of the British Empire. Read more

An incredible journey through the social and culinary history of the Caribbean, with recipes from every nation. Caribe is the first cookbook to explore Caribbean food culture of the entire region: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Petite Martinique and the Carriacou, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, The French Caribbean, The Dutch West Indies and Trinidad and Tobago. Through years-long research including collaborations with historians and extensive travel to the islands, food writer and chef Keshia Sakarah explores the complicated and varied stories of each nation through its beloved dishes, addressing difficult truths while at the same time creating a joyful collection of the most celebrated recipes in the region to pay homage to those who created them, from Haitian Independence – Soup Joumou and Dominican Saltfish Accra Fritters, to Guyanese Pepperpot and Montserratian Fish Broth, passed on through generations. Including stunning location photography, essays and recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between, Caribe is the ultimate tome of Caribbean cooking.Praise for Caribe:‘In Caribe, Sakarah has lovingly created a book to cook from, to learn from,and to savour.’ -DR JESSICA B. HARRIS, historian and author of High on the Hog (now a Netflix docuseries)‘A rich and traversal tapestry of food, culture, a people, and their past. Caribe is remarkable. Keshia Sakarah isn’t just a chef, she’s an archivist.’ - CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, showrunner and author of Queenie‘An instant classic; a rich deep dive into the history of food across the Caribbean islands with beautiful, transportive photography and mouth watering recipes.’ - IXTA BELFRAGE, chef and author of MEZCLA Read more

In 1718 the British crown in the Bahamas pardoned 209 mariners accused of piracy. In A Pirate's Life No More, Steven C. Hahn explores the lives of these "retired” pirates. While there are a number of "famous" names on that list―Benjamin Hornigold, Charles Vane, and Palsgrave Williams, for example―the vast majority of the pardoned are "mostly nobodies." By focusing holistically on pirates―and on the pirates who aren’t famous―the book reclaims their humanity, connects the story of piracy at sea with the land-based communities that sometimes supported it, and illuminates the entangled histories of far-flung places in the Atlantic world. This study reveals that, for most individuals, forays into piracy were fleeting and opportunistic. Moreover, class, age, and regional divisions beset the pirate community, thereby precluding adherence to any single ideology justifying their actions. The pardon was most attractive to mariners possessing greater social and economic capital, which explains why so many of them were able to return to their homes and quickly return to honest maritime work.In addition to the standard sources employed by maritime historians, Hahn utilizes local administrative records from Britain and its American colonies, such as property, court, and church records. In so doing, he sheds new light on the ordinary activities in which the sailors were engaged when not involved in piracy and explores how they coped in the Bahamas and elsewhere after being pardoned. What emerges in this collective biography, then, are pirates who were mariners―of course―but also husbands, fathers, parishioners, and property owners. Read more

Embark on an Unforgettable Journey Through Jamaica’s PastDive into the amazing story of Jamaica, a country shaped by the trials of slavery and the incredible strength of its people. This book tells how enslaved Africans, despite enduring terrible hardships, built the foundation of Jamaica’s vibrant culture and heritage.What You’ll Learn:The First InhabitantsDiscover the daily life of the Taíno, Jamaica’s original people.Arrival of ColumbusLearn about Columbus’s arrival and the changes brought by Spanish colonization.British TakeoverUnderstand how the British took control from the Spanish.Life on PlantationsSee the harsh realities of life on plantations for enslaved people.Maroons’ ResistanceExplore the brave fight for freedom by the Maroons, escaped slaves who stood strong against their oppressors.Black Pride ChampionsGet to know heroes like Marcus Garvey who promoted black pride and self-reliance.End of SlaveryFollow the complex journey towards abolishing slavery and achieving freedom.Jamaican IndependenceTrace Jamaica’s path to independence in 1962, including its political struggles and successes.Modern JamaicaExamine the ongoing challenges and triumphs of modern Jamaica.Why This Book?This book is more than just a history lesson; it’s a celebration of Jamaica's enduring spirit and cultural richness. Here’s why you should read it:Engaging Stories: Real-life accounts bring history to life, making it easy to understand and relate to.Simple Explanations: Complex events are broken down into clear, easy-to-follow explanations.Inspiration: Be inspired by the resilience and strength of people who faced great challenges and overcame them.Relevance: Learn how the past influences the present and how Jamaica's history shapes its current identity.Perfect for history lovers, students, and anyone curious about how past events shape our world today.Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to start your journey through Jamaica’s rich and resilient history now.Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the history of Jamaica! Read more

The Maroons in Jamaica by Dr. Canute Brooks explores the rich history, culture, and resilience of the Maroons—descendants of escaped African slaves who established self-governing communities in Jamaica. The book delves into their resistance against British colonization, the treaties that shaped their autonomy, and their enduring legacy in modern Jamaica. Through historical analysis and cultural insights, this book sheds light on the Maroons' impact on Jamaican identity, traditions, and the fight for freedom. Read more

Eighteenth-century Jamaica, Britain’s largest and most valuable slave-owning colony, relied on a brutal system of slave management to maintain its tenuous social order. Trevor Burnard provides unparalleled insight into Jamaica’s vibrant but harsh African and European cultures with a comprehensive examination of the extraordinary diary of plantation owner Thomas Thistlewood.Thistlewood’s diary, kept over the course of forty years, describes in graphic detail how white rule over slaves was predicated on the infliction of terror on the bodies and minds of slaves. Thistlewood treated his slaves cruelly even while he relied on them for his livelihood. Along with careful notes on sugar production, Thistlewood maintained detailed records of a sexual life that fully expressed the society’s rampant sexual exploitation of slaves. In Burnard’s hands, Thistlewood’s diary reveals a great deal not only about the man and his slaves but also about the structure and enforcement of power, changing understandings of human rights and freedom, and connections among social class, race, and gender, as well as sex and sexuality, in the plantation system. Read more

This is an extensive update of the author's similar 1977 book. A catalog of some 800 cave and karst features follows a collection of articles on caving history, geology, and biology, some by seven other contributors. The catalog gives the location of each cave, and there are hundreds of cave maps (some foldouts), as well as lists of long and deep caves and 16 pages of color plates. Read more

The Unforgettable Uprising: The Baptist WarDiscover the exciting story of the Baptist War, the biggest and most important slave rebellion in Great Britain’s Caribbean colonies. This book tells you all about the Christmas War, Sam Sharpe’s War, and the Emancipation War, explaining why it is one of the greatest slave uprisings ever.Here’s what you’ll learn:Jamaica’s Maroons: A free Afro-Jamaican community that started in slavery, won a war against the British, and stayed strong for over three hundred yearsLoyalist Preachers: How African American preachers, loyal to the king, left the American colonies and brought the Baptist faith to JamaicaPlantation Owners’ Hatred: Why Jamaican plantation owners hated Baptist missionaries and how a simple plan by a slave deacon for a sit-down strike shook the British EmpireSir Hans Sloane’s Legacy: How he used his wealth from slave-produced sugar to start the British MuseumThe Power of Reading: Why teaching slaves to read was such a big threat to the slave systemSugar’s Danger: The dangers slaves faced while making sugarPirate Henry Morgan: The story of a pirate who was supposed to be hanged but was knighted and became lieutenant governor of JamaicaBlood Sugar Movement: How a movement started by a Quaker woman led to a boycott of slave-made sugarEscape to Freedom: The tale of a slave who escaped, pretended to be white, and joined the Coldstream Guards in EnglandDive into this thrilling journey through a key moment in history Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to uncover the untold stories of bravery, strength, and rebellion that changed the Caribbean and beyond! Read more

A compelling account of history's most famous pirate.The Pirate King is the compelling true story of a Welshman who became one of the most ruthless and brutal buccaneers of the golden age of piracy. The inspiration for dozens of fictionalized pirates in film, television, and literature—as well the namesake of one of the world’s most popular rum brands—Captain Sir Henry Morgan was matchless among pirates and privateers. Unlike most of his contemporaries, he was not hunted down and killed or captured by the authorities. Instead he was considered a hero in England and given a knighthood and eventually was made governor of Jamaica. As Graham Thomas reveals in this fresh biography of this complex and intriguing character, Morgan was an exceptional military leader whose prime motivation was to amass as much wealth as he could by sacking and plundering settlements, towns, and cities up and down the Spanish Main.Featuring graphic accounts of Morgan’s exploits, eventually leading to an unparalleled rise to power and legitimacy, The Pirate King is a riveting read sure to become a key text in pirate literature. Thomas dispels myths and separates fact from fiction as he presents an intriguing new portrait of one of history’s most compelling figures.Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Arcade, Good Books, Sports Publishing, and Yucca imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs. Our list includes biographies on well-known historical figures like Benjamin Franklin, Nelson Mandela, and Alexander Graham Bell, as well as villains from history, such as Heinrich Himmler, John Wayne Gacy, and O. J. Simpson. We have also published survivor stories of World War II, memoirs about overcoming adversity, first-hand tales of adventure, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home. Read more

Based on historical research and more than thirty years of anthropological fieldwork, this wide-ranging study underlines the importance of Caribbean cultures for anthropology, which has generally marginalized Europe’s oldest colonial sphere.Located at the gateway to the New World in the plantation heartlands of the Americas, the settlement of Martha Brae, Jamaica, has witnessed the unfolding of two distinct yet interrelated histories. Exploring the significance of Martha Brae as a European Caribbean slaving port in the eighteenth century, Jean Besson simultaneously uncovers the neglected tale of Martha Brae’s gradual appropriation by ex-slaves and its transformation into an African Caribbean free village, bringing the story right up to the present day.Central to this transformation is the system of “family land,” which interrelates with kinship, community, economy, cosmology, gender, oral tradition, state law, and migration. Besson shows that this customary land tenure is not a passive legacy from either Africa or Europe, as conventional theories contend, but a dynamic creole institution created by Caribbean people in response to European American land monopoly and cultural dominance. This perspective advances debates on African American cultural history and the anthropological study of culture. Read more

A lush, modern vegetarian cookbook celebrating the bold flavors and unique ingredients of the Caribbean In Provisions, Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau share 150 recipes that pay homage to the meals and market produce that have been farmed, sold, and prepared by Caribbean people -- particularly the women -- for centuries. Caribbean food is often thought of as rustic and unrefined, but these vibrant vegetarian dishes will change the way we think about this diverse, exciting, and nourishing cuisine. The pages are spiced with the sisters' fond food memories and fascinating glimpses of the islands' histories, bringing the region's culinary past together with creative recipes that represent the best of Caribbean food today. With a modern twist on traditional island ingredients and flavors, Provisions reinvents classic dishes and presents innovative new favorites, like Ripe Plantain Gratin, Ackee Tacos with Island Guacamole, Haitian Riz Djon Djon Risotto, Oven-Roasted Pumpkin Flatbread, and Caramelized Fennel and Grilled Green Guava with Mint. Stunning full-color photographs showcase the variety of these dishes: hearty stews, easy one-pot meals, crunchy salads, flavorful pickles, preserves, and hot sauces, sumptuous desserts, cocktails, and more. At once elegant, authoritative, and accessible, Suzanne and Michelle's recipes and stories invite you to bring fresh Caribbean flavors to your table. Read more

Embark on a heartfelt journey through Dandelion Dreams: Tale of a Little Girl from Lancaster by Panseta Smith. This inspiring memoir chronicles the life of a young girl growing up in rural Jamaica, where resilience, love, and sacrifice shape her path. From walking barefoot to school in the picturesque hills of Lancaster to navigating the bustling streets of Kingston and beyond, this tale is a testament to the human spirit's power to endure and thrive.At the heart of this narrative is the unwavering love of a grandmother who imparts life lessons on strength, hope, and determination. Through adversity and triumph, the story beautifully illustrates the transformative power of love, the courage to dream, and the strength to overcome life's greatest challenges.Perfect for readers who cherish stories of perseverance, family bonds, and cultural richness, Dandelion Dreams is a celebration of life's simple yet profound moments. Let this touching memoir inspire you to bloom, no matter where life plants you. Read more

A powerful journey through the defining moments of Jamaica’s history—told year by year, and through the voices of those who lived it.The Timeline of Jamaica: The Birth and Shaping of a Nation (Pre-1494–1962) chronicles the island’s most pivotal events—from the arrival of its first Indigenous inhabitants to the declaration of independence in 1962.Accessible, engaging, and deeply researched, The Timeline of Jamaica is an indispensable reference for anyone seeking to understand the forces that shaped modern Jamaica. It blends narrative history with rare firsthand accounts—from Columbus’s letters to British generals and survivors of the 1692 Port Royal earthquake—offering a unique glimpse into the past through the eyes of those who experienced it.Whether you're a student, researcher, educator, or history enthusiast, you’ll discover how Jamaica evolved through:— Conquest and resistance— Enslavement and rebellion— Emancipation and the rise of Free Villages— Labor uprisings and political change— The birth of new industries and economic transformation— The long road to self-governance and national independenceExplore the resilience of the Maroons, the courage of the enslaved, and the determination of those who laid the foundation for a sovereign nation. The timeline also traces the roots of Jamaica’s rich multiracial society, shaped by waves of indentured laborers and migrants from India, China, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa—many of whom arrived seeking work, freedom, or refuge.Few works attempt to cover Jamaica’s full historical arc in a structured timeline. This book fills that gap with a comprehensive account that connects key events, movements, and people across centuries.From fragments of the past, this timeline weaves together the soul of a nation. The Timeline of Jamaica is an essential resource for understanding how this small island defied centuries of oppression to become a global symbol of strength, pride, and independence. Read more

Discover Jamaica’s Journey: From Ancient Tribes to the Fight for FreedomTwo manuscripts in one book:History of Jamaica: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Indigenous Tribes, Spanish Colonization, British Rule, Independence, and Modern TimesThe Baptist War: A Captivating Guide to the Origins, Events, and Legacy of the Great Jamaican Slave RevoltDive into the amazing story of Jamaica, a country shaped by the trials of slavery and the incredible strength of its people. This book tells how enslaved Africans, despite enduring terrible hardships, built the foundation of Jamaica’s vibrant culture and heritage.In the first part of this book, you will learn about:The First Inhabitants: Discover the daily life of the Taíno, Jamaica’s original people.Arrival of Columbus: Learn about Columbus’s arrival and the changes brought by Spanish colonization.British Takeover: Understand how the British took control from the Spanish.Life on Plantations: See the harsh realities of life on plantations for enslaved people.Maroons’ Resistance: Explore the brave fight for freedom by the Maroons, escaped slaves who stood strong against their oppressors.Black Pride Champions: Get to know heroes like Marcus Garvey who promoted black pride and self-reliance.End of Slavery: Follow the complex journey towards abolishing slavery and achieving freedom.Jamaican Independence: Trace Jamaica’s path to independence in 1962, including its political struggles and successes.Modern Jamaica: Examine the ongoing challenges and triumphs of modern Jamaica.Discover the exciting story of the Baptist War, the biggest and most important slave rebellion in Great Britain’s Caribbean colonies. This book tells you all about the Christmas War, Sam Sharpe’s War, and the Emancipation War, explaining why it is one of the greatest slave uprisings ever.In the second part of this book, you will discover:Jamaica’s Maroons: A free Afro-Jamaican community that started in slavery, won a war against the British, and stayed strong for over three hundred yearsLoyalist Preachers: How African American preachers, loyal to the king, left the American colonies and brought the Baptist faith to JamaicaPlantation Owners’ Hatred: Why Jamaican plantation owners hated Baptist missionaries and how a simple plan by a slave deacon for a sit-down strike shook the British EmpireSir Hans Sloane’s Legacy: How he used his wealth from slave-produced sugar to start the British MuseumThe Power of Reading: Why teaching slaves to read was such a big threat to the slave systemSugar’s Danger: The dangers slaves faced while making sugarPirate Henry Morgan: The story of a pirate who was supposed to be hanged but was knighted and became lieutenant governor of JamaicaBlood Sugar Movement: How a movement started by a Quaker woman led to a boycott of slave-made sugarEscape to Freedom: The tale of a slave who escaped, pretended to be white, and joined the Coldstream Guards in EnglandExplore the powerful stories that shaped Jamaica. Click 'Add to Cart' and step into a history filled with courage, struggle, and triumph! Read more

The years between the two World Wars were critical years in the history of Jamaica and its capital city, Kingston. During these years, the systemic inequities and vulnerabilities of the colonial Jamaican economy were especially magnified in the continuum of living conditions, urban fabric and economy of the city. It is during this period that the working class strikes and demonstrations drew attention to the urgent need for reform, and it is at the end of this era that the decolonization process gained traction. Shacks, Slums and Suburbs, as the title suggests, is particularly concerned with the social fabric, building typologies and living conditions of the entire spectrum of Kingston’s inhabitants from the urban poor to the middle and upper classes, featuring never-before-published architectural reconstruction drawings of both suburban and slum housing.This investigation is set within a broader understanding of the city’s history and characteristics Read more

The last general history of Jamaica was published in 1960. Since then the country has become an independent nation and has developed a new sense of national identity out of the experience of 450 years of European colonization, African slavery, and the transplanting of immigrant populations from India, China, Lebanon, and Syria. The Jamaican people have never accepted what was presented to them as the history of Jamaica. The heroes of the British Empire are not their heroes, and their battlefields are in Jamaica, the Caribbean and Afro-America, wherever Afro-American freedom fighters have struggled for liberty. A new interpretation of the Jamaican experience is long overdue. In this book, Sir Philip Sherlock teams up with documentarian Dr. Hazel Bennett to tell the story of the Jamaican people from an Afro-Jamaican rather than a European perspective. Africa is at the center of the story; by claiming Africa as homeland, Jamaicans gain a sense of historical continuity, of identity, of roots-an experience they share with fifty million Afro-Americans throughout the Americas and across four centuries. This is a book for the 1990s and beyond; for the present generation and generations to come; for Jamaicans at home and abroad; and for all Afro-Americans who are descendants of the great diaspora. Read more

This masterwork of travel literature and history provides a kaleidoscopic portrait of the Caribbean and illuminates its fierce grip on the world's imagination.From the moment Columbus gazed out from the deck of the Santa María in 1492 at what he mistook for an island off Asia, the Caribbean has been subjected to the misunderstandings and fantasies of outsiders. Forged by more than three centuries of mass migration and slave labor, the region and its diverse peoples have helped shape the modern world—through politics, religion, economics, music, and culture. Joshua Jelly-Schapiro takes us from Cuba to Jamaica, Puerto Rico to Trinidad, Haiti to Barbados, chronicling with wit and keen insight this “place where globalization began." Read more

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Biodiversity has been a key concept in international conservation since the 1980s, yet historians have paid little attention to its origins. Uncovering its roots in tropical fieldwork and the southward expansion of U.S. empire at the turn of the twentieth century, Megan Raby details how ecologists took advantage of growing U.S. landholdings in the circum-Caribbean by establishing permanent field stations for long-term, basic tropical research. From these outposts of U.S. science, a growing community of American “tropical biologists” developed both the key scientific concepts and the values embedded in the modern discourse of biodiversity.Considering U.S. biological fieldwork from the era of the Spanish-American War through the anticolonial movements of the 1960s and 1970s, this study combines the history of science, environmental history, and the history of U.S.–Caribbean and Latin American relations. In doing so, Raby sheds new light on the origins of contemporary scientific and environmentalist thought and brings to the forefront a surprisingly neglected history of twentieth-century U.S. science and empire. Read more

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