All suggestions for corrections of any errors about grenada 2018 should be addressed to the cia. Guekcheng pang profiles the history, geography, government, and people of grenada, and highlights the countrys main cultural and social traditions. Grenada achieved independence from britain in 1974. French colonists drove most of the caribs off the island and established plantations on the island, eventually importing african slaves to work on the sugar plantations.
All suggestions for corrections of any errors about grenada 20 should be addressed to the cia. Like many of the caribbean islands, grenada was first inhabited by the native american arawak tribes who were then driven out by the warring caribs. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in more than a. The earliest written records dating back to 1656, suggest that the kalinago caribs named carriacou kayryouacou meaning land surrounded by reefs. Culture of grenada history, people, clothing, traditions. For a small island, grenada has had a turbulent history. This popular book covering the caribbean from grenada and barbados to the.
Christopher columbus was the first european to discover the island. Grenada consists of the island of grenada itself plus six smaller islands which lie to the north of the main island. Ten maps that tell you everything you need to know about global politics hardcover by. Jun 8, 2018 all books about grenada or written by grenadians. The tikal was the first art cater shop in grenada and it was opened in december 1959.
In 1979, an attempt was made to set up a socialistcommunist state in grenada. Boasting a charming hilly capital and lovely waterfront, wide public beaches and a lush interior thats perfect for exploration, grenada island has enough to keep visitors enthralled. Introduction history geography government maps leaders population flags religion economy climate energy military communicatns intl. It is also the largest island in the grenadine islands vincentian and grenadian. May 3, 2011 book importer believes, culture, diversity, festivals, geography, government, history, religion, sociopolitical economic resources, traditions, values leave a comment grenada the highly regarded cultures of the world series celebrates the diversity of other cultures in this fully updated and expanded edition. Full independence was attained in 1974 making grenada one of the smallest independent countries in the western hemisphere. The book was quite useful with good descriptions usually a paragraph or two of the accommodations and restaurants on the islands we visited grenada, mayreau, bequia, carricou, tobago cays. Grenada geography education materials student handouts. The history of wallasey a small suburb with a large history 1 chapters updated may, 2015 06. The recorded history of the caribbean island of grenada begins in the early 17th century. Useful information location grenada, carriacou, petite martinique and its dependencies are located in the eastern caribbean, south of the windward islands and. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Grenada is an island of volcanic origin in the lesser antilles chain ninety miles north of venezuela.
Geography the university of texas at austin library the mission of the university is to enrich the intellectual life people by fostering information discovery, enabling teaching and research, nurturing creativity, partnering in the development and dissemination of new knowledge, and contributing to the intellectual growth and fulfillment of the. Free world geography educational materials images, printables, and more caribbean geography. Grenada, byname isle of spice, island country of the west indies. Central america grenada the world factbook central.
The christian science monitor is an international news organization that delivers thoughtful, global coverage via its website, weekly magazine, online daily edition, and email newsletters. Bcs 20mil bc grenada was formed as an underwater volcano 1400s 1498 christopher columbus sailed by grenada, named the island concepcion 1600s 1609 british attempted to settle grenada 1650 french settlers from martinique established colony, founded saint georges, presentday capital 1700s 1705 french began construction of fort george on grenada. Although many of the rocks and soils are of volcanic origin, the volcanic cones dotting grenada are long dormant. Grenada time line chronological timetable of events. This is the story of an island, geographically twice the size of washington, dc, with a current population of 100,000, that has witnessed 500 years of tumultuous history. It provides a detailed chronological historical analysis but focuses especially on the story and everyday lives of its inhabitants from the earliest days of settlement by the arawaks to the overthrow of. A comprehensive guide to the worlds best travel destinations, its print heritage stretches back more than 30 years, with the online portal reaching its 20year anniversary in 2019. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of grenada geography 2018 information contained here. In 1967, britain gave grenada autonomy over its internal affairs. Gwenad is a sovereign state in the west indies in the caribbean sea at the southern end of the grenadines island chain. It consists of the island of saint vincent and the northern grenadine islands, which stretch southward toward grenada. Its land rises from a narrow, coastal plain into areas of dormant volcanic ridges and valleys. The earliest known inhabitants were arawak indians, who were then displaced by caribs some time before ad 0.
But it would be unwise to leave without getting to know the countrys smaller islands, home to classic caribbean communities that redefine tranquility. This book would be a fascinating read for anyone with a love of history and cultureeven if theyve never been to or even heard of grenada. Grenada is an island nation in the southeastern caribbean sea including the southern grenadines. It is the southernmost island of the northsouth arc of the lesser antilles, lying in the eastern caribbean sea about 100 miles 160 km north of the coast of venezuela.
Online shopping for grenadian history books in the books store. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of grenada 20 information contained here. The information regarding grenada on this page is republished from the 20 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. See more ideas about grenada, books and library card. The name originates from granada given by the spaniards in the 1520s. The territory geography is shaped by incredible contrasts. Carriacou is the largest island in the grenada grenadines.
Grenada consists of the eponymous island as well as six smaller ones, with the main island the largest in the grenadines. The island of grenada itself is more mountainous than the others and covered by dense forest. It is located northwest of trinidad and tobago, northeast of venezuela and southwest of saint. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
Saint vincent and the grenadines history, geography. Geography grenada centre for intercultural learning. Macmillan caribbean azs are a comprehensive series of reference books that. It is located north of venezuela, trinidad and tobago, and south of saint vincent and the grenadines. Geographical and historical treatment of grenada, ovalshaped island country of the west indies. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. Grenada is an island country located between the caribbean sea and atlantic ocean, north of. Grenada history, language and culture world travel guide. In 1979, a leftist new jewel movement seized power under maurice bishop ushering in. Grenada government, history, population, geography and maps. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of grenada 2018 information contained here.
Discoveries of pottery tools reveal that arawaks from south america were the first settlers on the island, followed by various waves and ending with the kalinago. The information regarding grenada on this page is republished from the 2018 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. The fates of human societies by jared diamond, salt. The interior of grenada is mostly mountainous, while small rivers and waterfalls also dot the landscape.
Media a local automatic telephone system covers the island, with connections to carriacou. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of grenada geography 2015 information contained here. Despite the islands long history of british rule, the islands french heritage both colonial and revolutionary survives in its place names, its buildings, and its strong catholicism. First settled by indigenous peoples, by the time of european contact it was inhabited by the caribs. The often turbulent struggle for survival from the earliest arawak settlement to t. A history of its people blends uptodate scholarship from primary sources with fascinating detail of its people and their often turbulent struggle for survival. Oval in shape, the island is approximately 21 miles 34 km long and 12 miles 19 km wide. Saint vincent and the grenadines, island country lying within the lesser antilles, in the eastern caribbean sea. The world travel guide wtg is the flagship digital consumer brand within the columbus travel media portfolio. British colonists drove most of the caribs off the island and established plantations on the island, eventually importing african slaves to work on the sugar plantations. Grenada history, language and culture history of grenada. A history of its people island histories first edition by beverley a. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers.
The grenada national museum, founded in 1976, is located in st. Grenada is the secondsmallest independent country in the western hemisphere after saint kitts and nevis. Following a leftist coup in 1983, the island was invaded by u. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Every aspect of grenadian history, geography, culture and society is covered. Georges and focuses on the history and archeology of the island. Grenada measures fourteen miles across and twentysix miles top to bottom for a total land area of 121 square miles3 square miles when carriacou and petit martinique are included. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of grenada geography 2020 information contained here.