A Trip to Cuba


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Ay, Cuba!


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The NPR reporter offers an “engaging and enlightening” window into late-90s Cuba, “from the cafes in Havana to the mysterious lairs of Santiago de Cuba” (Kirkus Reviews). For NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, reporting from Cuba on the eve of Pope John Paul II’s 1998 visit was an opportunity to understand the realities of life in a country that has long been the subject of stereotypes and misconceptions. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Cuba was the last place to witness a “laboratory of pre-post-communism,” as it toed the line between its socialist past and its uncertain future. On the streets of Havana and the beaches of Santiago de Cuba, Codrescu met people from all walks of life—from prostitutes and fortunetellers to bureaucrats and writers—eager to share their stories. Uncensored and compassionate, his interviews reveal a world where destruction and beauty, poverty and pride exist side by side. Traveling with photographer David Graham, whose powerful images illustrate the energy pulsing through everyday life in Cuba, Codrescu captures the humanity of a nation that is lost when it’s reduced to a political symbol. With the United States resuming relations with Cuba for the first time in decades, Ay, Cuba! is more relevant now than ever before.




Cuba the Trip Back


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Journey to the Heart of Cuba


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A former university professor delves into the mind and psyche of Fidel Castroand the forces that have kept him in power in Cuba.




Journey To The Heart Of Cuba


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This is the story of the Cuban Revolution and what caused it, the psychology of its protagonists, and a critical assessment of its results, by a. Cuban-born journalist, author and professor residing in Spain. In a disquieting epilogue, the author dares to.




Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century


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Joseph J. Dimock's descriptions of Cuba in his travel diary provide a remarkable firsthand view of a fascinating period in the island's history. In the mid-nineteenth century, the United States was pursuing manifest destiny. The war with Mexico had resulted in a vast increase of national territory, and many north Americans wanted Cuba as the next acquisition. In addition to annexationist plots, Cuban life was marked by slave conspiracies, colonial insurrections, economic expansion, and political intrigue. Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century describes the social, economic and political conditions in the 1850s. Dimock's entries of his travels and observations as an American reveal details of Cuban agriculture, plant life, and natural resources. The diary also provides elaborate accounts of the sugar industry, extensive commentary on the daily live of slaves, Spaniards, and Cubans. Dimock's curiosity led him around the island, into prisons, salons, and other unusual places, resulting in a wide-ranging account of Cuban life. Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century provides a highly accessible, entertaining, and insightful look at Cuba.




Cuba


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Adrift in the Deep


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Many people have heard the stories of poverty and suffering in another country. Some countries have to live in a dictatorship with no chance of freedom. Other countries are always at war, and are in constant fear that they might die in the night. My story is the story of Cuba. The country that I live for, and die for with each and every breath that I take. My story is a story of love, a love for my country a love for my family and a love for freedom. My story is a story of hate, hate for my country and hate for the reluctance to conform. My story is a story of pain, pain in my country, pain in my family and pain with my desire to dream. This is my story, my journey, and my pain. For my story there are thousands and thousands of Cuban stories that have not been told, all of them different however all of them with one thing in common...the pain.




Cuba on My Mind


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In this moving and personal account of the forty-three-year-old divide between Cuba and its exile population in the United States, Román de la Campa questions both sides of a family feud that is acutely reflective of its own experience. Taking the three migration waves of Cubans to the United States as a historical background to his own story, the author details the continuing rift between Havana and Miami and the shaping, in the light of globalization and post-socialism, of a Cuban national split which has obvious consequences for both countries.




A Trip to Cuba


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Join Julia Ward Howe on an exotic expedition to the vibrant landscapes of Cuba, as she paints a vivid picture of the island's beauty and culture through her perceptive eyes. Embark on an extraordinary adventure as Mark Twain invites you to join him in his delightful travelogue, "A Tramp Abroad." Traverse the picturesque landscapes and cultural eccentricities of Europe, guided by Twain's unparalleled wit and keen observations. As you meander through Twain's humorous anecdotes and insightful reflections, you'll find yourself captivated by the charm of a bygone era. Let his words paint vivid scenes that transport you to the heart of 19th-century Europe. But here's the twist that will make you smile: What if the humor and wisdom embedded in Twain's journey still hold relevance today? Could his adventures offer timeless lessons, wrapped in a comedic package? Embark on this literary voyage enriched with amusing tales and cultural insights. Each paragraph unfolds a new chapter of discovery, inviting you to laugh, ponder, and maybe even reconsider your own perceptions. Are you ready to embark on a tramp abroad, not just in geography but through the corridors of time with Mark Twain? Immerse yourself in short, entertaining paragraphs that bridge the gap between then and now. Twain's narrative transcends time, and with every turn of the page, you'll find yourself walking alongside the author in a journey that feels strangely familiar. Now is your chance to experience the world through Twain's eyes. This isn't just a travelogue; it's a timeless exploration of cultures and human nature. Will you seize the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable tramp abroad? Secure your ticket to this literary escapade. Purchase "A Tramp Abroad" now and let Twain's words be your guide through a world that continues to resonate with humor, wisdom, and the joy of discovery.