Been to Cat Island: Through the Eyes of an Archivist
Bahamian Author Antoinette Seymour Celebrates Cat Island In New Book By Stephen Weir Bahamian author and professional archivist Antoinette Seymour has unveiled a captivating homage to her roots with the release of her new book, Been to Cat Island: Through the Eyes of an Archivist. The first installment in her "Been to Bahamas" series, published last month, delves into the culture, history, and hidden gems of Cat Island, one of the Bahamas’ storied Out Islands. Combining meticulous archival research with heartfelt storytelling, Seymour takes readers on an intimate journey into the island's past, offering a fresh perspective on its traditions, landmarks, and the enduring spirit of its people. Cat Island (population 1,500 in 2010) is located southeast of Eleuthera and northeast of Long Island. It is believed to have been named after pirate Arthur Catt, who frequented the island. For more than four centuries, it was called San Salvador and was thought by some to be the firs...