

Issue 18 (March/April 1996)
Rediscovering El Dorado with Mark Lyndersay; Bajan musican Arturo Tappin; Pat Bishop’s collection of miniatures; nesting leatherback turtles; Trinidad’s temple in the sea; the latest in Caribbean music, books, events and more from our regular departments.

As the annual turtle nesting season begins, Merle Gunby watches one of nature's strangest rituals on a Caribbean beach

Trinidad’s Temple in the Sea
Niala Maharaj tells the story of a man who was determined to build a temple despite every obstacle thrown his way

Destination Guyana: Rediscover El Dorado
Mark Lyndersay explores the mountains, savannahs and rivers of Guyana

Arturo Tappin – Tappin’ into the Music
Arturo Tappin of Barbados is a musician who's making waves with his distinctive jazz/reggae blend. A profile by Roxan Kinas

Selwyn Ryan: Professor in the Kitchen
A leading Caribbean social scientist and pollster reveals his favourite cook-ups