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This title provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of the Antigua and Barbuda. All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the World(R) series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.
Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure Breathtaking beaches, extraordinary wildlife and a lush, accessible rainforest make the islands of Antigua and Barbuda are a Caribbean fairytale. Be inspired to visit by the brand new Insight Pocket Guide Antigua and Barbuda, a concise, full-colour guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that the islands have to offer. Inside Insight Pocket Guide Antigua and Barbuda: Where To Go details all the key sights on a tour of both islands, from the colonial architecture of Antigua's capital St John's and a trip through lush rainforest to the impressive Frigate Bird Sanctuary on Barbuda, while handy maps on the cover f...
Historical facts, personal experiences and legends detail the human history of Antigua from the first European landings until 1843.
These islands offer perfect sandy beaches, rugged volcanic peaks and historical fortresses. Picturesque harbors and lively steel bands are the icing on the cake. FootprintFocus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of these beautiful islands. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Antigua & Barbuda, St Kitts & Nevis and Montserrat. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from enjoying palm-fringed beaches to hiking the volcanic peaks. • Detailed maps for the islands and their key destinations. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, FootprintFocus Antigua & Barbuda, St Kitts & Nevis and Montserrat provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of the Caribbean’s most idyllic locations.
Antigua and Barbuda together make up a single independent state. The union is an uneasy one, for their relationship has always been ambiguous and their differences in history and economy greater than their similarities. Barbuda is a flat, dry limestone island. Its inhabitants raised food and livestock for their own use and after the end of slavery resisted attempts to introduce commercial agriculture and stock-rearing. Antigua, by contrast, was dominated by a sugar plantation economy and its goals are now shaped by high-impact tourist development. This is the only comprehensive reference available for locating information about Antigua and Barbuda.
Mrs. Lanaghan's monumental work, 'Antigua and the Antiguans (Vol. 1&2)', serves as a comprehensive and meticulous exploration of the island of Antigua. Delving into the rich history, culture, and society of the Antiguans, Lanaghan's book is a treasure trove of information for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Written in a straightforward and informative style, the book provides a detailed account of the island's colonial past, the impact of slavery, and the evolution of Antiguan society over the centuries. Lanaghan's attention to detail and thorough research make this book an essential read for anyone interested in Caribbean history and culture. Mrs. Lanaghan, a renowned historian and Caribbea...
Beautiful islands, rich in history, and one of the favorite yachting and charter destinations of the Caribbean.