The course deals with the history of the Caribbean, power relationships, trade, society, culture, thought traditions, literature and the regional influence of the major powers. During the course, a number of philosophical expressions from the Caribbean area are analysed. We will take up issues of identity, religion, subordination and postcolonial thinking. Historical themes, as well as contemporary literature and politics, will be dealt with. The course will also deal with the Caribbean based on its most important linguistic and cultural areas, the Spanish, English and French.