About “Caribbean-Limited Ed”
Caribbean-Limited Ed is a historical novel that spans several hundred years of Caribbean history, beginning with indigenous peoples and continuing through the colonial era. It follows the intertwined experiences of families from England, Spain, France, and Africa as they navigate roles as plantation owners, imperial administrators, naval officers, slaves, and freemen, with a focus on the impact of sugar on colonization and the lasting effects of imperialism on modern Caribbean nations.
Praise for “Caribbean-Limited Ed”
“Michener is a master.”
“A grand epic . . . [James A. Michener] sympathizes with the struggles of the region’s most oppressed, and succeeds in presenting the Caribbean in its rich diversity.”
“Remarkable and praiseworthy . . . utterly engaging.”
Book details
- Published
- 1989
- Latest edition
- 1989 · ISBN 9780812974928
- ISBN
- 9780812974928
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Caribbean-Limited Ed?
Caribbean-Limited Ed by James A. Michener has 688 pages.
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