I want to be a thatcher man

Life after slavery was abolished in the Virgin Islands meantyoung persons had to mature early. Finding a career was of utmost importance. This is the first book in a series that follows the lives of Young Virgin Islanders as they become qualified in a chosen profession. Ben a young boy of ten years has always enjoyed thatching day at his family home. This year he is finally able to take an active part in the activities. He will learn how to become a Thatcher man. Follow the story of Ben as he follows his chosen career learning all he needs to know about thatching a house including the secret language of the thatcher's.