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A Short History of Revolutionary Cuba
Revolution, Power, Authority and the State from 1959 to the Present Day
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A Short History of Revolutionary Cuba
Few island nations have stirred the soul like Cuba.
A concise, engaging and accessible history of Cuban culture, society and politics in the revolutionary era. Kapcia authoritatively explores the ‘essence’ of the Cuban revolution, revealing it to be a maverick phenomenon tied not so much to socialism or Communism for their own sakes but instead to an idealistic vision of postcolonial nationalism. Reassessing the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, the author examines the central personalities: not just the famous trio of Che Guevara, Fidel and Raúl Castro in shaping the ideas of the revolution but, still further back, the visionary ideology of José Martí. Kapcia’s book reflects on the future of the revolution as Raúl and his government begin to cede power to a new generation.
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Few island nations have stirred the soul like Cuba. From Hemingway’s intoxicating Havana to Ry Cooder’s Buena Vista Social Club, outsiders have persistently been fascinated by Cuba for its music (jazz to rumba), its rich literature, its art and dance (danzón to mambo) and perhaps above all for its bold experiment of a socialist revolution in action.
Antoni Kapcia shows how the thaw in relations between Cuba and the USA now makes a fresh appraisal of the country and its modern history essential. He authoritatively explores the ‘essence’ of the Cuban revolution, revealing it to be a maverick phenomenon tied not so much to socialism or Communism for their own sakes but instead to an idealistic vision of postcolonial nationalism.
Reassessing the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, the author examines the central personalities: not just the famous trio of Che Guevara, Fidel and Raúl Castro in shaping the ideas of the revolution but, still further back, the visionary ideology of José Martí.
A Short History of Revolutionary Cuba reflects on the future of the revolution as Raúl and his government begin to cede power to a new generation.
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A Short History of Revolutionary Cuba by Antoni Kapcia receives praise for its thorough research and nuanced approach to Cuban history. Kapcia provides a detailed exploration of Cuba from the colonial era and challenges long-held views about the Cuban Revolution. The book is noted for its examination of decision-making processes and the evolution of the term "revolution" within the Cuban context. It's described as essential reading for those interested in Cuba's historical narrative.
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ISBN: 9781788312165
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 February 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Illustration: 4 Maps
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 137.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 320g
Pages: 248
About the Author
Antoni Kapcia is Professor of Latin American History at the University of Nottingham, UK. His is the author of Cuban Revolution: The Unseen Story (2014); Cuba in Revolution: A History since the Fifties (2008); Havana: The Making of Cuban Culture (2005); and Cuba: Island of Dreams (2000).
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