The Caribbean Family (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798224563234)

The Caribbean family is the product of many journeys. Shaped by slavery, migration, cultural blending, and centuries of resilience, it remains one of the most dynamic and diverse family structures in the world. The Caribbean Family offers a clear, compassionate exploration of how these families came to be - and why they function the way they do today.

Minister Denise N. Fyffe traces the region's story from African ancestry and the trauma of enslavement to the rise of new farming communities, the scattering of migration, and the arrival of Indian, Chinese, and Jewish families. Each chapter reveals how culture, history, and survival shaped the values, traditions, and relationships that define Caribbean households.

This book is both a historical guide and a cultural mirror. It invites readers to understand their heritage, appreciate the region's diversity, and recognize the strength that Caribbean families have carried across generations. Rich in insight and grounded in truth, it is an essential resource for students, educators, parents, and anyone seeking to understand the Caribbean story.