The Dead Yard - A Story of Modern Jamaica (Paperback)

Named the Dolman Travel Book of the Year, "The Dead Yard" paints an unforgettable portrait of modern Jamaica. Since independence, Jamaica has gradually become associated with twin images--a resort-style travel Eden for foreigners and a new kind of hell for Jamaicans, a society where gangs control the areas where most Jamaicans live and drug lords like Christopher Coke rule elites and the poor alike.

Ian Thomson's brave book explores a country of lost promise, where America's hunger for drugs fuels a dependent economy and shadowy politics. The lauded birthplace of reggae and Bob Marley, Jamaica is now sunk in corruption and hopelessness. A synthesis of vital history and unflinching reportage, "The Dead Yard" is "a fascinating account of a beautiful, treacherous country" ("Irish Times").

General

Imprint:	Nation Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2011
First published:	March 2011
Authors:	Ian Thomson
Dimensions:	210 x 140 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	392
ISBN-13:	978-1-56858-656-4
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Travel & holiday > Travel writing > General Books > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > Travel > Travel writing > General
LSN:	1-56858-656-6
Barcode:	9781568586564

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