Understanding the Contemporary Caribbean (Understanding: Introductions to the States and Regions of the Contemporary World)

About this book

The 13 chapters presented here by Hillman (political science St. John Fisher College) and DAgostino (director Center for Global Education Hobart and William Smith Colleges) collectively draw up a portrait of the contemporary Caribbean that incorporates insights from across the disciplinary spectrum. Chapters address the geography of the region; the historical context; Caribbean politics; the economies of the Caribbean; international relations; environment and ecology; ethnicity race class and nationality; women and development; religion; literature and popular culture; the Caribbean diaspora; and trends and prospects. Annotation 2010 Book News Inc. Portland OR (booknews.com)