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Sea of Storms: A History of Hurricanes in the Greater Caribbean from Columbus to Katrina (The Lawrence Stone Lectures),Used
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A panoramic social history of hurricanes in the CaribbeanThe diverse cultures of the Caribbean have been shaped as much by hurricanes as they have by diplomacy, commerce, or the legacy of colonial rule. In this panoramic work of social history, Stuart Schwartz examines how Caribbean societies have responded to the dangers of hurricanes, and how these destructive storms have influenced the region's history, from the rise of plantations, to slavery and its abolition, to migrations, racial conflict, and war.Taking readers from the voyages of Columbus to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Schwartz looks at the ethical, political, and economic challenges that hurricanes posed to the Caribbeans indigenous populations and the different European peoples who ventured to the New World to exploit its riches. He describes how the United States provided the model for responding to environmental threats when it emerged as a major power and began to exert its influence over the Caribbean in the nineteenth century, and how the regions governments came to assume greater responsibilities for prevention and relief, efforts that by the end of the twentieth century were being questioned by freemarket neoliberals. Schwartz sheds light on catastrophes like Katrina by framing them within a long and contentious history of human interaction with the natural world.Spanning more than five centuries and drawing on extensive archival research in Europe and the Americas, Sea of Storms emphasizes the continuing role of race, social inequality, and economic ideology in the shaping of our responses to natural disaster.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sea of Storms'? A: 'Sea of Storms' by Stuart Schwartz focuses on the history of hurricanes in the Caribbean, exploring how these storms have shaped the region's social, political, and economic landscapes from the time of Columbus to Hurricane Katrina.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 472 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sea of Storms'? A: The author of 'Sea of Storms' is Stuart B. Schwartz.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Sea of Storms' was published on July 26, 2016.
- Q: In what format is 'Sea of Storms' available? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Sea of Storms'? A: The book explores themes such as the impact of hurricanes on Caribbean societies, race, social inequality, economic ideology, and the historical responses to natural disasters.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic research? A: 'Sea of Storms' is well-researched and draws on extensive archival materials, making it suitable for academic research related to Caribbean history and environmental studies.
- Q: Does 'Sea of Storms' discuss Hurricane Katrina? A: Yes, 'Sea of Storms' discusses Hurricane Katrina and frames it within a broader historical context of hurricanes affecting the Caribbean.
- Q: What kind of research does the author use in the book? A: The author uses extensive archival research from both Europe and the Americas to provide a comprehensive historical perspective.
- Q: Is 'Sea of Storms' a narrative history or an academic text? A: 'Sea of Storms' is a narrative social history that combines academic analysis with storytelling to engage readers while providing historical insights.