Take Me to My Paradise: Tourism and Nationalism in the British Virgin Islands

Name: Take Me to My Paradise: Tourism and Nationalism in the British Virgin Islands
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Book Synopsis: The British Virgin Islands (BVI) markets itself to international visitors as a paradise. But just whose paradise is it? Colleen Ballerino Cohen looks at the many players in the BVI tourism culture, from the tourists who leave their graffiti at beach bars that are popularized in song, to the waiters who serve them and the singers who entertain them. Interweaving more than twenty years of field notes, Cohen provides a firsthand analysis of how tourism transformed the BVI from a small neglected British colony to a modern nation that competes in a global economic market. With its close reading of everything from advertisements to political manifestos and constitutional reforms, Take Me to My Paradise deepens our understanding of how nationalism develops hand-in-hand with tourism, and documents the uneven impact of economic prosperity upon different populations. We hear multiple voices, including immigrants working in a tourism economy, nationalists struggling to maintain some control, and the anthropologist trying to make sense of it all. The result is a richly detailed and accessible ethnography on the impact of tourism on a country that came into being as a tourist destination.

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Discover the hidden secrets of the British Virgin Islands with the captivating book, "Take Me to My Paradise: Tourism and Nationalism in the British Virgin Islands." Unveiling the truth behind the marketed paradise, author Colleen Ballerino Cohen takes you on a journey through the intricate tourism culture found in this stunning destination.

With over twenty years of field notes, Cohen provides an insightful firsthand analysis on how tourism has shaped the BVI from a neglected British colony to a thriving global nation. Delve into the stories of tourists who have left their mark on beach bars made famous through songs, the servers who cater to their needs, and the talented entertainers who bring smiles to their faces.

From advertisements to political manifestos and constitutional reforms, "Take Me to My Paradise" offers an in-depth examination of how nationalism has blossomed alongside tourism. Witness the undeniable impact of economic prosperity on different segments of society, as immigrants contribute to the tourism economy, nationalists fight for control, and anthropologists strive to understand this intricate tapestry.

Immerse yourself in a richly detailed and easily accessible ethnography that sheds light on a country that emerged as a tourist destination. See beyond the glossy brochures and explore the real stories that shaped the British Virgin Islands. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the transformative power of tourism.

Travel to the heart of the British Virgin Islands today and uncover the fascinating connection between tourism and nationalism in "Take Me to My Paradise."

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