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History of the Cuban Revolution

Hardcover | 15 November 2010 | Edition Number 1

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Few historical events are as little understood - or continue to stir such emotions - as the Revolution guided by Fidel Castro that overthrew the Batista government of Cuba in 1959. A History of the Cuban Revolution journeys beyond the fiery political rhetoric to present readers with a concise socio-historical accounting of the Cuban Revolution.

The text explores the Revolution's effects on the Cuban public by bringing in many original voices - both from the United States and from Cuba - to address the everyday realities brought about by the implementation of post-revolutionary social and economic programs. Chomsky also engages with the myths and preconceptions about the Revolution itself, providing a lively, anecdotal, and on-the-ground look at what the Cuban Revolution has meant for ordinary people.

With brevity and scholarly sophistication, A History of the Cuban Revolution offers illuminating insights into an important event that has aroused passion and controversy for 50 years.

Industry Reviews

"Approaching Cuba's revolutionary experiment with third-world socialism from a decidedly sympathetic, progressive, and anti-imperialist standpoint, Chomsky does not shy away from airing the revolution's dirty laundry even if she places most of the blame for its troubles squarely at the feet of its more powerful neighbor to the north." - Latin American in Focus: Cuba (ABC-Clio, 2013)

"This excellent short history covers a number of themes while managing to be exceptionally insightful... Chomsky brings a balanced breath of fresh air that not only informs readers but also illuminates the topic. Summing Up: Essential. All levels/libraries." (Choice, 1 August 2011)

"However, these weaknesses should not detract from what is a welcome, worthy and highly perceptive summary of the evolution of a process that is often baffling to outsiders, as well as to many Cubans on the island itself. It not only avoids many familiar pitfalls but shows a perceptive eye alongside the clear sympathy." (Journal of Latin American Studies, 2011)

"The book will interest instructors and students as well as a general audience." (Booknews, 1 April 2011)

"An overview of the political and economic events is combined with a look at this social impact through an examination of the lives of ordinary people." (Times Higher Education Supplement, 24 February 2011)

"This book is a useful textbook for undergraduate students and a welcome addition to the historiography on the Cuban Revolution. I would even strongly recommend it to any tourist visiting the island since it is concise, very well written, and easy to digest." (Hispanic American Historical Review, 1 August 2012)

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