Aboriginal Indian Remains In Jamaica (1897)

By James Edwin Duerden

Book Overview

Aboriginal Indian Remains in Jamaica is a historical book written by James Edwin Duerden in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive account of the remains of the indigenous people of Jamaica, the Taino Indians. It explores the history and culture of the Taino people, their customs, beliefs, and way of life before the arrival of the Spanish in the 15th century.The book details the excavation and analysis of Taino artifacts and burial sites, shedding light on the physical characteristics and practices of this ancient civilization. It also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Taino people, including the effects of disease and forced labor.Aboriginal Indian Remains in Jamaica is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the indigenous people of Jamaica and their contributions to the island's culture and heritage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Jamaica and the Caribbean.With A Note On The Craniology Of The Aborigines Of Jamaica.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120136407
• ISBN13: 9781120136404
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"