This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. Jamaica has given the world reggae music and the Rastafarian religion. "Jamaica: The Culture" describes how this small Caribbean island has come to influence world culture through its religions, politics, and music. Full colour images document Jamaica's history and vibrant culture. The other topics include: Jamaican hero Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA); Cudjoe Day, Jamaica Festival, and reggae music festivals; Architecture that reflects the climate; Mento, ska, reggae, sound systems, and dancehall culture; Reggae music icon Bob Marley; and, Anansi stories and Jamaican creole.
- ISBN10 0778797007
- ISBN13 9780778797005
- Publish Date 10 June 2010 (first published 1 October 2003)
- Publish Status Unknown
- Out of Print 14 March 2013
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
- Edition New edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 32
- Language English