Here’s an interesting book about the history of St. John that I’m planning on reading this summer. Below you’ll find the Amazon review with a link to the book. Three Centuries of Afro-Caribbean Life This book covers three centuries of St. John history from the plantation economy of the early 1700s through the peasant economy […]
Books 📚
St. John and Virgin Islands History Book by Gideon West
There’s a new book about the history of the Virgin Islands with a focus on St. John available! It’s just been released in February 2018. Below is an amazon review with links to find it on the web. St. John History Book “St John is a volcanic island, part of an undersea mountain […]
A Romantic History of St. Croix Book by Florence Lewisoln
The Romantic History of St. Croix By Florence Lewisoln For those invested in the history of the islands, this is an informative, resource book first published in 1964. Despite the years, there’s lots to learn. Here’s a review published on amazon. Review “The island has changed remarkably since Columbus discovered it in 1493 and […]
Historic Home Houses Public Library ~ 1790
The Sprauve Public Library is located in one of the oldest buildings that has survived the ravages of time including Hurricanes Irma and Maria. ⚡ History of Home According to a map drawn in 1790 by Peter Oxholm, John Wood was the earliest recorded owner. Although no specific documentation exists, it is believed that the […]
Through The Sands of Time Book by Judah M. Cohen
In just a few days, a new documentary about the living history of the oldest Synagogue will be unveiled in St. Thomas. 🎬 It’s exiting news! The premier begins on March 3rd at Antilles School at 7pm. Visit SandOnTheFloor.com for more information. This book also shares the incredible history of the Jewish Community. Below is […]
Ann True Story Book by Flordelisa Mota
The author and I share a love of BVI history! 📕 While I am still researching my family’s lives in Anegada, Flordelisa has written about hers in this book. Below is an amazon review. Ann True Story They were driven on by wind and tide. Ann is about a journey of a Christian mother and […]
10 Books David Hamilton Jackson Recommended You Read ~ 1916
David Hamilton Jackson David Hamilton Jackson was a staunch labor rights activist and educator from St. Croix. 📗 He felt strongly about “uplifting the colored population” in the Virgin Islands. He represented many of the laborers during the 1915 strike and fought hard for their rights and higher pay. As a lawyer and newspaper publisher, he […]
Race Relations in the US Virgin Islands book by Dr. Marilyn Krigger ~ 2017
There’s a new book published in December 2017 about the US Virgin Islands! 📒 Special thanks to David and Priscilla Knight of Bajo el Sol Gallery for letting us know. Here’s a quick review. Race Relations Race Relations in the US Virgin Islands is an account of the results of a 1917 territorial acquisition by […]