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Book of the Month- Jamaica Labrish
Jamaica Labrish is what the NLJ is reading this month- and loving it. This book is a collection of some of best poems written by Dr. the Hon. Louise Bennett. Each is a reminder of the old saying “the more … Continue reading
The Name is Bond, James Bond
As it turns out Jamaica is not the only one celebrating a 50th anniversary this year. The James Bond film Dr. No, the film that began the James Bond sensation, was released fifty (50) years in London on October 5, … Continue reading
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Jamaican Literature: A Quest for Independence
In recognition of the fundamental role that Jamaica’s creative writers have played in portraying, as well as influencing, the quest for self-definition and independence, the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) in celebrating Jamaica’s 50th year of independence conceptualized and created … Continue reading
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Tagged Independence exhibition, Jamaica's writers, Jamaican Literature
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The Book of Night Women- Book of the Month- August 2012
Unforgettable, haunting, energetic are some of the words used to describe Marlon James’ novel, The Book of Night Women . This novel is this month’s feature publication in the NLJ’s book of the month series and is also featured in the … Continue reading
Internship to be instituted in Honour of Master Cataloguer
In recognition of Professor Daphne Douglas’ significant contributions to the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) and indeed national development, the Board of Management of the NLJ has instituted the Daphne Douglas Cataloguing Paid Internship. This announcement was made by the … Continue reading
International Year for People of African Descent
Music, medicine and language are but a few areas in which African customs have been retained in Jamaican everyday life. So deep are these influences that they go somewhat unnoticed by many in society. African retentions are present not only … Continue reading
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Local Film and Music Industry Invited to Build National Memory
On Thursday September 29, 2011 the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) brought players from the local music and film industries together at a forum that was held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel. The forum turned the spotlight on the critical … Continue reading
The Beginning of Photography in Jamaica
The story of photography in Jamaica begins with the artist Adolphe Duperly, a Frenchman who had travelled to the Caribbean, to teach Lithography- Lithography is a method where an artist draws directly onto the Lithographic stone, and was the most … Continue reading
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National Library of Jamaica Act, 2010… So What?
As Jamaica moves toward realizing its vision for 2030 it is imperative that libraries and the National Library of Jamaica in particular lead the charge. But how can a Library do this? Let us examine the role that the National … Continue reading
