Lloyd Searwar facts for kids

Lloyd Searwar (born July 28, 1925 – died April 2, 2006) was an important diplomat from Guyana. He worked for his country for many years. Later, he became the Director of the Foreign Service Institute in Guyana, which helps train people for diplomatic roles. He was also a strong supporter of books, writing, and culture in Guyana.

Exploring Guyanese Culture Through Writing

Lloyd Searwar helped share the stories and history of Guyana. In 1998, a book he put together was published by Peepal Tree Press. It was called They Came in Ships: an Anthology of Indo-Guyanese Writing.

What the Book is About

This special book is a collection of stories and poems. It shows how people from India came to Guyana and the Caribbean. It also explains how their arrival changed the culture of these places. Over 150 years, these Indian settlers became known as Indo-Guyanese, creating a unique part of the country's heritage.