A History of Cuba (Paperback)

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Editorial: Independently Published, 2025

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Paperback. This comprehensive history of Cuba explores the island's complex and often turbulent journey from its pre-Columbian origins to its present-day challenges. Beginning with the Taino and Ciboney peoples, the narrative traces the devastating impact of Spanish conquest, the rise of the sugar economy fueled by enslaved African labor, and the centuries-long struggle for independence. The book delves into the pivotal role of figures like Jose Marti, the intellectual architect of Cuban independence, and examines the consequences of American intervention, from the Spanish-American War to the Platt Amendment and the Bay of Pigs invasion. The rise and rule of Fidel Castro, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the island's Cold War interventions in Africa and Latin America are analyzed in detail, providing context for the economic hardships of the "Special Period" following the Soviet collapse.The narrative continues through the transition to Raul Castro's leadership and his pragmatic economic reforms, including the expansion of the private sector and the thaw in relations with the United States under President Obama. It also explores the resurgence of tensions under the Trump administration, the challenges faced by current President Miguel Diaz-Canel, and the economic and social upheavals of recent years, including the 2021 protests and the subsequent wave of migration. Throughout, the book highlights the interplay between Cuba's internal dynamics and the powerful external forces that have shaped its destiny.Beyond political and economic history, this work examines the vibrant tapestry of Cuban culture, tracing the evolution of its literature, music, art, and cinema. From the son cubano to the Nueva Trova, from the novels of Alejo Carpentier to the films of Tomas Gutierrez Alea, the book explores how Cuban artists have grappled with issues of national identity, social justice, and the complexities of life under revolution. The enduring passion for baseball, the pervasive influence of Santeria, and the ever-present search for meaning in cubanidad are woven into the narrative, offering a rich and nuanced portrait of a people and a nation perpetually caught between its past and its future. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

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Título
A History of Cuba (Paperback)
Autor
Brian Kidd
Editorial
Independently Published
Año de publicación
2025
Estado
new
Encuadernación
Paperback
Idioma
inglés
ISBN 13
9798287344726

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