Best books on the Carribean
Discover the best books on the Caribbean, from rich history to vibrant culture. Explore expert picks like Irving Rouse’s classic, *The Tainos*, and other essential reads for understanding the region. Perfect for history buffs and travelers.
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The Tainos
by Irving Rouse
Tells the story of the Taino people from their ancestral days in South America through their migration to the northern Caribbean islands where they were the first natives to interact with Columbus, to their rapid and immediate decline under the European gifts of forced labor, malnutrition, disease, and dispersal. Includes a glossary without pronunciation. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
