Caribbean Life

Philippe Girard shows how Toussaint Louverture transformed himself from lowly freedman into revolutionary hero as the mastermind of the bloody slave revolt of 1791. By 1801, Louverture was governor of the colony where he had once been a slave. But his lifelong quest to be accepted as a member of the colonial elite ended in despair: he spent the last year of his life in a French prison cell. His example nevertheless inspired anticolonial and Black nationalist movements well into the 20th century.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jimmy Buffett offers his philosophy on life and how to live it, “like sitting with Buffett at a beachside bar, listening to him spin tales” (Time). “Buffett took his family on a three-week trek around the Caribbean...

In this acclaimed classic novel, James A. Michener sweeps readers off to the Caribbean, bringing to life the eternal allure and tumultuous history of this glittering string of islands. From the 1310 conquest of the Arawaks by cannibals to the decline of the Mayan empire, from Columbus’s...

BOOKER PRIZE LONGLIST “A vibrant, heartstrings-tugging novel” (People) about a mother’s love, in all its forms, as a woman searches for the daughter she gave up for adoption, from the prize-winning author of Golden Child “A beautiful story . . . explores what it means to be a woman...

Charles Dickens: A Life gives full measure to Dickens's heroic stature - his huge virtues both as a writer and as a human being - while observing his failings in both respects with an unblinking eye. Renowned literary biographer Claire Tomalin crafts a story worthy of Dickens's own pen, a comedy that turns to tragedy as the very qualities that made him great - his indomitable energy, boldness, imagination, and showmanship - finally destroyed him.

For this rousing, revisionist history, the former head of exhibitions at England's National Maritime Museum has combed original documents and records to produce a most authoritative and definitive account of piracy's "Golden Age." As he explodes many accepted myths (i.e. "walking the plank" is pure fiction), Cordingly replaces them with a truth that is more complex and often bloodier.

Wander to "where the song of the ocean / Meets the salty piece of land" with Tully Mars, washed up from Margaritaville and in the mood for monkeyshines—in the 20th anniversary edition of this shimmering Caribbean epic by the late king of tropical rock, Jimmy Buffett. It's not on any chart, but...

As Tammy explores mountains and beaches in paradise, she’s fueled by the allure of new cultures, creating memories that have made her who she is today. Throughout her island adventures to the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, and Curacao, as well as hikes through national parks in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, surprises lurk at every turn—from navigating floods to fending off avian ambushes. Embracing the chaos, Tammy turns each misadventure into a story worth telling.

“Strikingly dramatic, yet simple and unrestrained . . . an unusual and intensely interesting book richly packed with strange information.” —New York Times Book Review Based on Zora Neale Hurston’s personal experiences in Haiti and Jamaica, where she participated as an initiate rather...

Starring an unforgettably fierce ninety-nine-year-old Jamaican heroine, this “profound and beautiful novel” transports readers to the heart of rural Jamaica with a tender and urgent story about who owns the land on which our identities are forged (Julia Alvarez). When the stones of her house...

A woman who built her life on control. A man who walked away from ambition. One crumbling Caribbean resort they must run together. Nora Whitfield is a fifty-seven-year-old corporate executive who built a company from the ground up until the board hands her a severance package and a cardboard box. Divorced and suddenly unemployed, she buys a struggling beachfront hotel on the Caribbean island of Santa Aurelia, determined to prove she's not finished yet. Julian Ashford is the laid-back former owner who lost the hotel to the bank. Thanks to an obscure Colonial Caretaker Clause, he has ninety ...

This lush and suspenseful Good Morning America Book Club pick “will have you glued to every page” (HuffPost) as it follows a woman to Nigeria to uncover what happened to her missing estranged niece…no matter the cost. Previously published as The Nigerwife. Nicole Oruwari has the perfect...

Learn Jamaican Patois for Beginners is perfect for people who have no other time to learn a new language! It contains over 1500 common Jamaican vocabulary words, that will help you in everyday life! Each word is pronounced slowly and multiple times, so that you can really learn the correct pronunciation! Each word's equivalent English translation is also provided!

A pilgrim ship screams under cannon fire in the Arabian Sea. In a ruined Bahamian fort, a ragged assembly raises hands to vote. Between those moments lies the true story of the Golden Age of Piracy: a world where money, law, and fear shaped ruthless violence and unexpected democracies at sea. The Golden Age of Piracy rips past the clichés to reveal the real lives of pirates and privateers from Port Royal to Madagascar. It shows how war-born sailors turned to plunder when peace cut their pay, how letters of marque turned theft into property, and how crews wrote their own shipboard ...

Embark on the ultimate sailing adventure with "Hidden Harbors," a captivating guide that unveils the Caribbean's untouched maritime jewels. This extraordinary ebook is your passport to discovering secret coves, tranquil bays, and vibrant marine life far from the typical tourist trails. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or a curious explorer, "Hidden Harbors" invites you to experience the Caribbean like never before. Begin your journey with the allure of unexplored anchorages, setting the stage for an unforgettable voyage. Learn how to equip your vessel with essential sailing gear, navigate ...

The day he fought back was the day his rise began. Pierre leaves the harsh reality of Haiti hoping Brooklyn will give him a fresh start, but the moment he steps into Flatbush, he sees the truth fast: Haitians are at the bottom. Laughed at. Mocked. Disrespected. And at just ten years old, Pierre becomes the easiest target. Then he meets Mikey, a quiet but feared Jamaican kid who teaches him one lesson: either you stand up, or you get crushed. When Pierre finally snaps and beats the school bully in front of everyone, everything shifts. The jokes stop. The fear starts. And Pierre feels power ...

“A stellar debut . . . about an unconventional family, fear, hatred, violence, chasing love, losing it and finding it again just when we need it most.”—The New York Times Book Review WINNER OF THE COSTA BOOK AWARD “A wonder . . . [This book] teems with real, Trinidadian life...

The four Grace sisters love their quiet life in the country village of Chevis Green. To some, their insular world might seem dull, but the sisters never seem to run out of conversation, jokes, and pleasant ways to pass the time together. They truly are the happiest of families. That is, until Aunt Rona comes to town. Rona intends to stay with the Graces indefinitely, and her meddlesome attitude immediately sets the sisters' teeth on edge. Throw in another unexpected houseguest, some potential suitors and a case of mistaken intentions, and the members of the Grace family suddenly find themselves quite out of their element.

Amazon #1 Best Selling Author ★★★★★ Four former best friends are reunited at their 25th high school reunion. Little did they know this reunion would rekindle their friendship and lead them to an adventure of a lifetime. Andrea, Rita, Lauren, and Monica promised each other that they would always remain close but life happened leading them to go their separate ways and fall out of touch. Over two decades later, the four decide to dust off their high school yearbook and take a blissful trip down memory lane. As they flip through the pages, they are reminded of their senior class ...

A husband dead in a fiery crash. A son claimed by a killer’s hand. Tammy Horvath doesn’t think she’ll ever smile again. Strengthened by her faith, she bravely heads solo to Iceland to see the northern lights, where she climbs glaciers and ventures into caves before seizing the opportunity to travel more often. Tammy will take you on a journey of love, laughter, and inspirational life lessons as she swims in the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea, gets stuck atop one of Mexico’s pyramids, endures a tropical storm in the Bahamas, and hikes amid Yellowstone National Park’s spectacular scenery.