Kirjahaku

Village Shuffle is the key trilogy of Volume 1. It is the pivotal introduction to the dynamics of Bamboo Village. The collection provides vital connections and insight into the lives of some of the most influential and multifaceted of its inhabitants. It highlights the attitudes, beliefs, camaraderie, and general mien of the villagers. It also touches on Bamboo Village's complex relationship with its often confrontational offshoot, Glentis Village. Although fictional it sparks very nostalgic feelings, especially in those persons who have grown up on a Caribbean Island, namely Barbados, where the imagery can easily be compared to the reality of the period 1950s to 1970s and in some instances the present. Be intrigued by the wittiness of "The Strangers", test your beliefs with "Becoming George" and ride the roller coaster of emotions with the events of "Run Sylvester Run", but above all have an enjoyable and entertaining read.

The Chronicles of Bamboo Village continues with "Becoming George" the 6th short story of Volume 1. It answers many lingering questions aroused by the by its precursor, "The Strangers", giving much insight to key persons and their influence on the village. This riveting short story evokes a roller coaster of emotions.

The Strangers is a West Indian fictional short story set in the imaginary Bamboo Village in Barbados during the 1950s. It captures the essence of the island's language and culture in several conversations and incidents. It is humorous and highly entertaining. The Strangers is the fifth short story of Volume 1 of the intriguing collection: 'The Chronicles of Bamboo Village'; which embodies the dynamics transitions and transforms of the island, from the 1950s until Present, through the eyes, relations and interactions of the villagers of Bamboo and their counterparts in 'Glentis Village'. The Strangers is the key link to Volume 1, enjoyable and quite satisfying read.