SALE: Resistance in Paradise

Rethinking 100 Years of U.S. Involvement in the Caribbean and the Pacific

One hundred years ago, in 1898, the United States became the ruling power in Pacific and Caribbean islands including Cuba, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, and American Samoa. U.S. involvement altered the course of history of these countries, significantly affecting their cultures, political systems, and social structures. Who are the people of these island nations and how have they responded to U.S. influence?

"Resistance in Paradise" was planned and written by a collaborative team of educators and activists that included people from each of these countries. It is designed as a resource for high school and college classrooms, community groups, faith communities, and others who are interested in exploring the U.S. involvement beyond the borders of North America. Each chapter in "Resistance in Paradise" provides a historical overview, selected readings from original source materials, and step-by-step suggestions for teachers or group facilitators.

This volume is filled with illustrations, cartoons, photographs, poems, stories, and historical and contemporary documents. All readings are formatted for easy reproduction for classroom or group use.

Paperback, 199 pp.