This captivating photographic narrative is structured along four major themes of the islands` existence: the colourful, hot, & heady annual celebration of the carnival; the people & their forging of new identities with which to meet present & future challenges; & the islands unique display of land & the water environments, which give rise to an exuberant & exciting flora & fauna in a wide variety of habitats. The stunning photographs are complemented by a valuable introduction to the islands` history, answering such questions as why Caribbean Carnival began in Trinidad & not on other Caribbean islands, & why Latvians hold nostalgic conferences in Tobago.