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Author: Martin Mordecai Publisher: Greenwood ISBN: Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 264
Book Description
Jamaica is known widely for its beautiful beaches and the reggae music scene, but there is much more to this Caribbean country. Culture and Customs of Jamaica richly surveys the fuller wealth of the Caribbean nation, focusing on its people, history, religion, education, language, social customs, media and cinema, literature, music, and performing and visual arts. Jamaican Creole and the education system, which are not often discussed in volumes aimed at a general audience, are also examined here. Students and other interested readers will witness the unveiling of this complicated and unique country within this volume. Indispensable for the its insights on the making of modern Jamaica. Written by Jamaicans the island receives needed attention in this work. The history of Jamaica is well covered, from pre-Colombian times through slavery, to the impact of social activist Marcus Garvey, and the relatively new state of independence. Rastfarianism to Revivalism are covered as Jamaica's multitude of religious denominations is outlined. Various topics such as geography, demography, climate, cuisine, and the visual and performing arts are detailed. Accompanied by a chronology, this magical country comes to life in this wide-ranging volume. Anyone with an interest in Jamaica and its culture and customs will be indebted to the authors for their timely presentation. Students and general readers will find this volume indispensable.
Author: Martin Mordecai Publisher: Greenwood ISBN: Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 264
Book Description
Jamaica is known widely for its beautiful beaches and the reggae music scene, but there is much more to this Caribbean country. Culture and Customs of Jamaica richly surveys the fuller wealth of the Caribbean nation, focusing on its people, history, religion, education, language, social customs, media and cinema, literature, music, and performing and visual arts. Jamaican Creole and the education system, which are not often discussed in volumes aimed at a general audience, are also examined here. Students and other interested readers will witness the unveiling of this complicated and unique country within this volume. Indispensable for the its insights on the making of modern Jamaica. Written by Jamaicans the island receives needed attention in this work. The history of Jamaica is well covered, from pre-Colombian times through slavery, to the impact of social activist Marcus Garvey, and the relatively new state of independence. Rastfarianism to Revivalism are covered as Jamaica's multitude of religious denominations is outlined. Various topics such as geography, demography, climate, cuisine, and the visual and performing arts are detailed. Accompanied by a chronology, this magical country comes to life in this wide-ranging volume. Anyone with an interest in Jamaica and its culture and customs will be indebted to the authors for their timely presentation. Students and general readers will find this volume indispensable.
Author: Nick Davis Publisher: Kuperard ISBN: 1857335651 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 168
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Laid back, sun-drenched tropical paradise, or hotbed of drug-related crime and violence? Neither stereotype is true. Jamaica suffers from a PR problem, created largely by tabloid headlines written thousands of miles away. The reality is more complex and more fascinating. Despite its small size, Jamaica punches above its weight. Its footprints in sport and music are, like its people, larger than life. It is one of the few countries to have its own soundtrack— mento, ska, and reggae are popular around the world. The University of the West Indies campus at Mona is a regional source of excellence. Jamaicans have a fire that has been hard to douse. It was burning when their forefathers arrived on slave ships, barely alive after the middle passage, and it was there when they fought the British to a standstill in the Maroon Wars. In the English-speaking Caribbean they have a reputation for being brash, but the Jamaicans have a warmth that is unmatched. They are unafraid to talk to strangers, they'll laugh at nearly anything, they'll discuss and debate with passion, and they'll let you know it straight. Despite real economic and social problems, this beautiful and invigorating country regularly ranks among the top five happiest nations in the world in the annual Happy Planet Index. Culture Smart! Jamaica takes you beyond the clichés with a fresh, uniquely well-informed look at of one of the most intriguing countries in the region.
Author: Lynn Peppas Publisher: Cultural Traditions in My Worl ISBN: 9780778780670 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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This interesting title describes the festivals and holidays celebrated in the island nation of Jamaica. Traditional foods, reggae music, and festivals such as Carnival reflect the colorful culture of Jamaica. Young readers will also discover that many other cultures have influenced Jamaican traditions. Teacher's guide available.
Author: Richard Hugh Sharpe Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 188
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Are you a tourist, trying to decide where to spend your next vacation, are you a Jamaican living overseas for quite some time? If you are planning for a vacation in the Caribbean but would like to know more about Jamaica; getting this book is the right choice. Our local Jamaicans are not exempted, especially those who would welcome being reminded of their culture. It's a medium sized book with truly captivating and edifying information. Information which could be valuable for a lifetime and very useful for planning visitors. Learn a secret or two about Jamaica and its people, but be prepared for a few surprises. I can safely say that if you are away, with this book you will feel like you are right here in Jamaica.Hear more about our best all-inclusive resort destinations and some of the top places in Jamaica to go for scintillating fun and unlimited adventures. Learn all about the famous Great houses, the awesome reggae shows, festivals and parties, the dirt biking and mountain adventures, the natures scenes, the intriguing caves, the haunted houses, the adventure tours, rafting on the river and the cascading waterfalls to name a few. Read all about it and explore your options; and if you are planning to get married in Jamaica, then this book will help to connect you with the right people. Learn our patois (patwa) in record time, you will even be given a little test in the end. The book will provide you with both a basic and advanced lesson in patois, plus a history on its origin and how patois has transitioned over the years. We will show you a few differences between some of today's patois, and the patois of the past; that which was being used by our fore parents.Hear all about our very interesting history, culture, the Spanish invasion, the takeover by the British, Port Royal and the Pirates, Sir Henry Morgan, the slave trade and slave rebellions, the maroons, the Abolition of slavery, the Jamaican people, the traditional dances, the religions and religious movements, Rastafarianism, the struggles of Marcus Garvey, the African tribes who came to Jamaica and the places in Africa from which they came. Learn a few secrets common only to Jamaicans and ways they behave when annoyed or upset. If you happen to be living with, working with or dealing with Jamaicans in any way, this book will help you to understand them better. We will explain the hissing of teeth, cutting of the eyes and even the Jamaican bad-words (censored). Learn all about our Street slangs and the ways we love to play on our words to create humor. Know about the transition of the Jamaican music, from Mento, to Ska, to DJ, Toasting, rocksteady, Dub, Sound System, Dance Hall and Reggae. Read about the influence of Jamaica's DJ Toasting which resulted in the forming of the popular North American Rap music. Hear the language Jamaican men use to women during their pursuit of them and learn all about what the Jamaican man calls "Lyrics". Get a comprehensive guide from start to finish on the best ways to apply your word skills to get the best results from the ladies. By following this approach, you will no longer have a problem bonding with the females. Read about the usefulness of the Jamaican Ganja, health conditions it has proven to be effective in treating and a few products we have created from it in Jamaica. We will also be telling you about our very interesting customs, proverbs folklore and traditions as well as ways they have impacted on the lives of our ancestors. See the levels of trust and confidence which our ancestors had instilled in these beliefs.Also included is a listing of first aid emergency health tips which could be helpful in the event of a medical emergency. Lastly, in case you may need it while you are abroad, we have included a contact listing of very important places in Jamaica for you. See all of this and even more by purchasing the book. Much thanks for your support and as we would say in Jamaica; Big-up oonu self.
Author: Emily Hansen Publisher: GRIN Verlag ISBN: 366884237X Category : History Languages : en Pages : 26
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Seminar paper from the year 2017 in the subject Cultural Studies - Caribbean Studies, grade: 1,1, , language: English, abstract: Our cultures are influenced by countless different factors, which vary greatly from country to country. From a young age, people are shaped entirely by their culture and by the people who raise them. One aspect that particularly influences young people in societies is folklore. Folklore is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as, “the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth”. This research paper will focus on various aspects of folklore of the Caribbean country of Jamaica, and the analysis of three different topics concerning Jamaican folklore, namely the Anansi stories, the Jamaican sayings, and a traditional witchcraft called Obeah. Furthermore, the character Anansi, who appears in the majority of these stories, will be examined and analyzed. The methods employed in researching this topic include a personal interview, well documented stories mentioned in books, and internet research to gather background information about these topics.
Author: Martin Mordecai Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA ISBN: 0313089159 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 254
Book Description
Jamaica is known widely for its beautiful beaches and the reggae music scene, but there is much more to this Caribbean country. Culture and Customs of Jamaica richly surveys the fuller wealth of the Caribbean nation, focusing on its people, history, religion, education, language, social customs, media and cinema, literature, music, and performing and visual arts. Jamaican Creole and the education system, which are not often discussed in volumes aimed at a general audience, are also examined here. Students and other interested readers will witness the unveiling of this complicated and unique country within this volume. Indispensable for the its insights on the making of modern Jamaica. Written by Jamaicans the island receives needed attention in this work. The history of Jamaica is well covered, from pre-Colombian times through slavery, to the impact of social activist Marcus Garvey, and the relatively new state of independence. Rastfarianism to Revivalism are covered as Jamaica's multitude of religious denominations is outlined. Various topics such as geography, demography, climate, cuisine, and the visual and performing arts are detailed. Accompanied by a chronology, this magical country comes to life in this wide-ranging volume. Anyone with an interest in Jamaica and its culture and customs will be indebted to the authors for their timely presentation. Students and general readers will find this volume indispensable.
Author: Martin Mordecai
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