Mintz, Sidney Wilfred
Caribbean Transformations
- ISBN 13:
- 9780202309576
- author:
- Mintz, Sidney Wilfred
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- AldineTransaction
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 367
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- Anthropology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Caribbean Transformations explores the complex history and social dynamics of the Caribbean region. This unique area has been shaped by the interactions between different cultures under conditions of slavery, leading to innovative forms of human association and adaptation. The book is divided into three main parts, each examining a distinct aspect of Caribbean society: the African roots of the region, the rise of a peasantry from former slaves, and the formation of nationhood. Through its analysis, Sidney Mintz sheds light on the ways in which social structures and economic forces have influenced the development of Caribbean societies. A key focus of the book is the ongoing impact of class, color, and other social dimensions on the organization of Caribbean societies, highlighting the complexities and nuances of this region's history and culture.
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