History of the Cuban Revolution (Hardcover, New)

A History of the Cuban Revolution presents a concise socio-historical account of the Cuban Revolution of 1959, an event that continues to spark debate 50 years later. * Balances a comprehensive overview of the political and economic events of the revolution with a look at the revolution's social impact * Provides a lively, on-the-ground look at the lives of ordinary people * Features both U.S. and Cuban perspectives to provide a complete and well-rounded look at the revolution and its repercussions * Encourages students to understand history through the viewpoint of individuals living it * Selected as a 2011 Outstanding Academic Title by CHOICE