Lennox Honychurch’s new book, *Resistance, Refuge, Revival: The Indigenous Kalinagos of Dominica*, was launched yesterday evening November 19, at the Alliance Francaise in Roseau. The event was attended by acting President Mrs. Josette Matthew and Mr. Matthew, along with a sizeable and engaged audience.
Dr. Honychurch delivered an enlightening presentation that highlighted key themes from the book, followed by a reception where attendees had the opportunity to purchase this significant work.
*Resistance, Refuge, Revival* serves as the first comprehensive history of the Kalinago people of Dominica. Dr. Honychurch, who holds expertise in history, anthropology, and archaeology, applied his extensive knowledge to this project. During his talk, he noted that Dominica is unique among Caribbean nations in that the Kalinago were able to retain a portion of their land despite colonial pressures. He detailed the evolution of Kalinago identities over time, from their initial resistance to European colonization, through their strategic withdrawals, to the establishment of the “Carib Reserve,” and culminating in a revival of traditions and respect in contemporary society.
“Resistance, Refuge, Revival” is a publication from Papillote Press, a company located in both Dominica and London. At the book launch, publisher Polly Pattullo introduced Dr. Honychurch, noting that this work stemmed from his doctoral research at the University of Oxford, which examined the material culture of the Kalinago people. Renowned for his comprehensive knowledge of Dominica’s history and culture, Dr. Honychurch also authored The Dominica Story, which is recognized as the island’s inaugural history. Additionally, his latest release, In the Forests of Freedom: the Fighting Maroons of Dominica, was published by Papillote Press in 2017.
What they say about “Resistance, Refuge, Revival”:
“I am honoured as a Kalinago leader to be part of this wonderful work as it relates to the history of our people.” Irvince Auguiste, former Kalinago chief
“The product of a life-time of engagement and decades of study, Lennox Honychurch’s Resistance, Refuge, Revival tells the history of the Kalinago people of Dominica with consummate skill and compassion. It instantly becomes the most authoritative book on the subject, to which both scholars and general readers will turn.” Peter Hulme,
emeritus Professor of Literature, University of Essex, UK
“In this impressive book, Honychurch presents a history that emphasises a Kalinago perspective and shows the important role they have played in the complex social and cultural evolution of Dominica.” Mark Hauser, professor of archaeology, NorthWestern University, Chicago
“Resistance, Refuge, Revival”
is currently on sale in Dominica at Zeb Kweyol (Old Market), Jays (Independence Street) or direct from the publisher ( [email protected] ). It sells for $40.
Lennox Honychurch’s talk from the UK launch of his book is on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjOcBEC0XJM&t=135s
For further information please contact Papillote Press on 295 1563 or [email protected]
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