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BERMUDA’S RICH LITERARY TITLES

Chained on the Rock: Slavery in Bermuda, by

Cyril Outerbridge Packwood

Considered an invaluable exploration of slavery on the island, this informative and thought-provoking account of a dark chapter in Bermuda’s history earned the Bermuda Literary Award in 1999. Written in 1975, author and librarian Cyril Outerbridge Packwood also examines the role of the British government in regulating and eventually abolishing slavery in Bermuda.

Fried White Grunts, by F.

Colin Duerden

Follow the misadventures and island-style explorations of a gang of young boys growing up atop one of Bermuda’s highest hills. This beautifully written tome by Bermudian author F. Colin Duerden mixes sweet moments, tragedy, and the unmistakable innocence and naivety of youth.

In the Eye of All Trade: Bermuda, Bermudians, and the Maritime Atlantic World, 1680–1783, by

Michael J. Jarvis

Through the lens of Bermudian seafarers, Jarvis explores the transatlantic connections and socioeconomic conditions that shaped early America. Discover the rich maritime history of Britain’s oldest colony and gain new insights into the complex web of trade and commerce that linked Bermuda to the wider Atlantic world.

EMBARK ON AN EXCITING LITERARY JOURNEY WITH FIVE GRIPPING AND UNIQUE BOOKS EITHER PENNED BY BERMUDIAN AUTHORS OR SET AGAINST THE STUNNING BACKDROP OF THE ISLAND.

The Lost Island of Tamarind, by Nadia

Aguiar

Inspired by her childhood in Bermuda, Nadia Aguiar’s beloved children’s novel is the first in a trilogy about the adventures of three children marooned on the mystical island of Tamarind, named after the town of Tamarind Vale in Warwick.

Aguiar’s debut novel has been compared to Peter Pan and Lost, filled with twists and thrills.

The Deep, by Peter Benchley photographer whose style you connect with, and suggest some of the most beautiful spots islandwide. Their photographers specialise in shoots for family vacations, honeymoons, babymoons, proposals, girls’ weekends, romantic getaways, and more.

Written by the same author as the best-selling novel Jaws, which was adapted into the blockbuster movie, this page-turner beach read follows the story of a newlywed couple who venture into the stunning waters of Bermuda in search of a sunken shipwreck, only to find themselves embroiled in a dangerous game with treasure hunters. Prepare to be swept away on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists and turns.

HOWARTH PHOTOGRAPHY LTD. TABS Bermuda, Hamilton

The Bermuda Craft Market

Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys Tel: 532-3234 www.bermudascenics.com

Gavin Howarth is a local photographer with a deep love for Bermuda and her natural beauty. For over 10 years, he has been seeking out beautiful scenes from all over the island. Specialising in seascapes, he also has a collection of other local scenes as well as a selection of aerial images. The images are printed to the highest standard and mounted with the best possible materials that are designed to fit popular frame sizes. His rich, vibrant, and detailed images can be purchased in print at select island retailers or online at www.bermudascenics.com.

LISA-ANNE REGO ART GALLERY

Clocktower Shopping Mall

Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys Tel: 238-1407 www.lisaregoart.com

Instagram: @lisaregoartbermuda

Lisa-Anne Rego is a Bermudian artist who enjoys capturing her island home using vibrant colours. She studied drawing and painting at the world-renowned Glasgow School of Art in Scotland. Lisa-Anne was voted “Top 50 Emerging Artists to the U.S.” for 2012, and in 2017 she became the officially licensed artist of the America’s Cup. High-quality prints, hand-printed giftware items, and original artwork and commissions are available for sale.

Masterworks Museum Of Bermuda Art

Botanical Gardens

183 South Shore Rd., Paget Tel: 299-4000 www.masterworksbermuda.org

Masterworks is Bermuda’s only purposebuilt museum and is home to over 1,600

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