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The Caribbean is host to one of the most diverse areas of the whole world - both culturally and ecologically. This book takes a look at some of the herbs and medicinal plants found in the Caribbean, a place awash with ancient herbal remedies for a number of common ailments. With advice on how to use them wisely, moderately and regularly, it also explores some of the myths and legends associated with these herbs and plants.

Anancy and Friends features a collection of eight cultural folk stories for children and represents the attempt of a grandmother to create traditional stories for her grandchildren. The stories creatively adapt traditional Anancy stories and reels the reader in with innovative storylines and interesting characters. Featuring illustrations throughout, the tales evoke the excitement and imagination of Jamaican culture.

Ambassador Imam Owen-Ali, a devout and practicing Muslim, is currently the International Ambassador of The Universal Islamic Center of America to Jamaica and the Caribbean, the Ambassador to Jamaica of the Nation of Islam and Founder and Executive Chairman of Global Oneness Organization. In ISLAM Building Bridges he calls for a new spirit of justice for all, mutual acceptance and global unity as a basis for an enduring world peace

This easy-to-understand introduction to Afro-Jamaican grammar "explains clearly and simply the basics of Jamaican patois. Most importantly I think the book has an important role to play in helping Jamaicans take pride in their language and see that it is not second-class" (Deborah Pruitt, anthropologist, Berkeley, California). (Foreign Language Studies)

As Jamaica expands its reach into the world and the interest in its culture and history grows, more and more people have asked for a series of titles that capture the colour and style of the everyday Jamaican lifestyle. Following in the footsteps of the popular and fun Jamaican Dancehall Dictionary comes this guide to words and proverbs. Illustrated throughout with humorous b/w line drawings.

A Jamaican Storyteller's Tale A Novel By Lorrimer Burford Underpinned by common Jamaican themes, A Jamaican Storyteller's Tale tells the story of a young man intent on saving an aspect of his heritage that is dying- the storytelling. He is heavily influenced by his father's skill at relating these stories.When his family migrates, he comes face to face with the possibility of losing this part of his heritage-forever. By merging these tales with the story of this young man, Burford skilfully creates a supernatural synthesis which captures and tantalizes the reader. ______________________ Having read Lorrimer Burford's "A Jamaican Storyteller's Tale", I feel proud to be a country bumpkin. I am even more proud because the settings of the tales are all from the parish of my birth. The duppy stories are intricately, yet easily woven and are guaranteed to give even the experienced reader goosebumps. Thank you for causing me to relive my rich cultural heritage. I wish that all who read this magnificent work will want to know more about Jamaican folklore and will tell their own stories to keep our oral traditions alive. OLIVER SAMUELS, Actor, Performer

With the emergence of Dancehall music on the world scene, the language which accompanies it has gained wide exposure. Many who hear and sometimes use these words may not be fully aware of their meanings. Now, a learned source records his deep understanding of the expressions, providing their English equivalents and very often their usage in context. Including a history of the Dancehall scene and a brief guide to Jamaican patois, this dictionary will prove a revelation of Dancehall culture for the uninitiated. Illustrated.

Featuring the complete works of Bob Marley and The Wailers and provides a comprehensive list of dates and recordings of all their work. Additionally complemented by an analyisis and development of Marley and The Wailers'' life and exploits. The collection avoids the stereotypical ''dry'' reference method and includes information and details important to an understanding of the lyrics, mood and philosophy of the music.

Readers accompany Anansi on the journey from the interior to the coast of Africa with captured Africans en route to plantation life. Although Anansi stories usually cater to small children, they now cater to a wider, more mature audience.