Archaeology Below the Cliff

Discover the groundbreaking work of Matthew C. Reilly in Archaeology Below the Cliff, published by The University of Alabama Press in 2019. This compelling hardback edition spans 272 pages and presents the first archaeological study of the poor whites of Barbados, who are the descendants of seventeenth-century European indentured servants and small farmers.

Through a meticulous blend of archaeological, historical, and oral sources, Reilly uncovers the unique challenges faced by the Barbadian Redlegs. This enlightening book critically examines how their precarious existence contests elite hypercapitalistic views on economics, race, and class. Dive into this essential read that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of Caribbean history and offers a fresh perspective on social dynamics in Barbados.