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A Concise History of Jamaica

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  • 304 strony
  • 11 godzin czytania

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The book provides a comprehensive examination of Jamaica's history, focusing on key periods and themes over the last millennium. It explores Taino society before 1500, the impact of slavery from 1660 to 1860, colonialism until 1945, and the path to independence leading up to 1960. Morgan delves into critical issues such as race, poverty, and the enduring effects of colonial rule, highlighting the stark social hierarchies that shaped the island. The narrative culminates in an analysis of contemporary Jamaica, offering an authoritative perspective on its evolution.

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A Concise History of Jamaica, Kenneth O. Morgan

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Rok wydania
2023
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Tytuł
A Concise History of Jamaica
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2023
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
304
ISBN13
9781108472258
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Tagi
Ocena
3,6 z 5
Opis
The book provides a comprehensive examination of Jamaica's history, focusing on key periods and themes over the last millennium. It explores Taino society before 1500, the impact of slavery from 1660 to 1860, colonialism until 1945, and the path to independence leading up to 1960. Morgan delves into critical issues such as race, poverty, and the enduring effects of colonial rule, highlighting the stark social hierarchies that shaped the island. The narrative culminates in an analysis of contemporary Jamaica, offering an authoritative perspective on its evolution.