The VI National Park announced a new pamphlet about the island’s history after the end of slavery on St. John and before the island began to appeal to tourists. Laurel Brannick, the park's education specialist, said the document was prepared by van intern from the University of San Diego who spent the summer doing research, the Virgin Islands Daily News reported. "There's a gap when it was a very quiet time on St. John and people had to work hard to survive," she said. The booklet highlights island activities of the time including the making of bay rum and charcoal. The work is aimed at children 10-12 who participate in the Park's Junior Ranger activities. Booklets may be ordered at 340-776-6201, ext. 257, the Daily News reported.