A History of Antigua: The Unsuspected Isle

by Brian Dyde

First comprehensive history of Antigua to be written since the middle of the 19th century. Brian Dyde has known the island for over forty years and is married to an Antiguan. Included among his other books are the definitive visitor's guide to Antigua and a history of the West India Regiments.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

348 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2003

Reviews

[Liam Townsend]

An extremely detailed history of Antigua, spanning its early settlement by the Ciboney and later Arawak people, Codrington's establishment of Betty's Hope as the slave-driven powerhouse of the Caribbean sugar industry, and the more recent rise to power of politician V.C. Bird. This is, by no means, light reading. However, those looking for unprecedented historical depth will forgive the book's lack of literary flare and find themselves impressed by the thorough delivery of this alluring nation's past.

[Christopher Rex]

Unless you have a profound interest in the intimate history of Antigua, don't read this book. It's really for graduate students studying the politics/economy/society of the region. Not for the casual reader.