Sisserou And The Secret Flower: Indigenous Caribbean Stories (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798263262846)

*Winner of UNESCO Creative Caribbean Grant*

Deep within the emerald heart of Dominica's rainforest, a secret waits to be discovered. Drawn by whispers of mystery and the echoes of his ancestors, a young Kalinago boy named Sisserou embarks on a perilous journey through the shadows of pain into the radiant light of wisdom.

The Secret Flower is more than a tale of adventure, it is a meditation on transformation, love, and the quiet courage that carries us forward. Woven through its pages are the unseen threads that bind us to spirit, to nature, and to one another.

It reminds us that the truest magic does not come from power, but from our living connection to the majesty of life.

Step softly. Listen deeply. The Kalinago community has a story to tell.

Written by David J. McCartney

About the making of this book:
This book was made possible through a partnership with UNESCO, Creative Caribbean, The University Of The West Indies, CARICOM, BOCAS Lit Festival with the financial contribution of the European Union and the support of organisations of The ACP States

Led by Trinidadian author, poet, and psychologist David J. McCartney, this initiative focuses on ethnographic research of Caribbean Indigenous communities. Its goal is to document traditional stories, legends, mythology and cultural dynamics transforming them into beautifully crafted books that preserve and celebrate Indigenous wisdom.

This book explores the indigenous stories of the Kalinago Community in Dominica. The research was hosted by Chief Annette Sanford under her not-for-profit organization, Kibe' Kuati. The books are self-published and made available for worldwide shipping. 50% of royalties are then directed back to the Indigenous community as a means of providing a low-maintenance, self-sustainable source of income.

Additionally, they are translated into Spanish, which significantly expands the potential readership, particularly in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean Islands and Latin America.

If you are interested in supporting more projects like this, please contact David J. McCartney

Email: djmctt1@gmail.com

Author: David J. McCartney
ISBN-13: 9798263262846
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2025
Pages: 78
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.16d