Seawater: Women's Voices from the Shores of the Caribbean Leeward Islands

In the 17th century the little Caribbean Islands - Anguilla, Nevis and St. Christopher (St. Kitts) were chosen by England for the first experiment in the design for sugar and cotton plantations for profitable trade. England needed workers. They brought slaves from Ghana.

It was a dangerous time in history - especially for slaves

The enslaved Ghanaian mothers created new villages on the islands plantations to keep their families safe. Their methods were unique...

Author: Doreen Crick
Publisher: Tellwell Talent
Published: 12/07/2018
Pages: 70
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d
ISBN: 9780228804994

About the Author
Crick, Doreen: - Doreen Crick is an 85 year old grandmother. She has written this book for everybody; but especially for her grandchildren and Senior High School Students. It is based on history and folktales which give a vivid picture of how enslaved women survived and protected their children. She asks this question: Are we more prepared now for another exploration into new territories (Space)?

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