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Lands of the Caribbean
Hardcover
Caribbean HistoryAnthropologyCaribbean & West Indies
ISBN13: 9781025774466
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 426
Weight: 1.70
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Lands of the Caribbean is a detailed and engaging travel narrative that invites readers on an extensive journey through the islands of the West Indies and the surrounding territories of Central America. Written by renowned traveler and author Frank G. Carpenter, this work serves as both a geographical survey and a cultural study of a region defined by its vibrant diversity and strategic importance. The book captures the essence of the Caribbean during the early 20th century, offering firsthand observations on the local customs, industries, and political landscapes of places such as Cuba, Puerto Rico, Haiti, and Jamaica.
Carpenter provides a thorough examination of the social and economic conditions of the era, exploring the impact of the Panama Canal and the burgeoning trade relations within the Western Hemisphere. Through vivid prose, the work illustrates the natural beauty of the tropical landscapes while documenting the daily lives of the people who inhabit them. Lands of the Caribbean stands as a significant historical record, preserving the sights and sounds of a bygone era for students of history, geography, and classic travel literature. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the colonial legacy and the evolving identity of the Caribbean nations.
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