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Cuba Libre

A 500-Year Quest for Independence

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Cuba Libre

Written by: Philip Brenner, Peter Eisner
Narrated by: Robert Fass
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This timely book provides a balanced, deeply knowledgeable introduction to Cuba since 1492. Tracing the island's history over 500 years, the authors provide an incisive overview for anyone interested in exploring beyond the enduring stereotypes.

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"This very accessible primer will fire the imagination of college students as well as provide curious US travelers with well-reasoned answers to their most pressing FAQs." (Richard E. Feinberg, University of California San Diego, author of Open for Business)

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Great Read

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All you need to know about Cuban History.
I will definitely re-read this!

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Not bad but very biased

Sometimes I felt this book is too left leaning and one sided. Was it funded by the American communist party? Didn’t really give me the full picture. It was informative and well written but best taken with a grain of salt.

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