A landmark publication, this was the first complete history of Jamaica to have been written for young readers. It gives a simple and engaging account of the people and events that have influenced the formation of modern Jamaica from the time of the first inhabitants. A variety of illustrations and source materials, including line drawings, photographs, stories, songs and poems enrich the telling of the tale. Stimulating activities focus on the development of historical sskills, while students' progress is continually assessed by a variety of methods.