The History Of Havana

Author : Dick Cluster,Rafael Hernández,Rafael Hernández Rodríguez
Publisher : OR Books
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : History
ISBN : 1944869670

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The History of Havana by Dick Cluster,Rafael Hernández,Rafael Hernández Rodríguez Pdf

"Serious but easily readable. The History of Havana employs conventional documentary, written and visual sources and a variety of testimonials from throughout the world to bring to life the complex portraits and challenges of contemporary Havana." --Harry Belafonte Since its founding in 1519, Havana has drawn people from all over the world, including explorers, immigrant, refugees, and the exiled, to create a melting pot of influences and cultures--and a very distinct history. From its colonial roots to its communist revolution, authors Dick Cluster and Rafael Hernández examine not only the ruptures in the city's life, but its continuities as well. The traditions that make the city unique, like its idiosyncratic combination of territorialism and hospitality or its proclivity for protest, are as much a drive for change as an integral element of its character. Drawing on oral histories and cultural artifacts alike, this history acknowledges the rich and artfully selected stories of the citizens, from their fascinating exploits to their grand successes, to be as significant to the very fabric of the city as its dynamic culture and intriguing politics, making it a superbly well-rounded account of the most alluring city in the Caribbean. With grace and precision, in this updated and revised second edition of their classic history of the city Cluster and Hernández offer the divergent but productive perspectives of the American and the Cuban in lyrical and accessible prose on Cuba's magical capital. Generously illustrated with black-and-white photographs and maps.

Author : Claudia Lightfoot
Publisher : Signal Books
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : 1902669320

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Havana by Claudia Lightfoot Pdf

An exploration of Havana's history and its paradoxes: a city where architectural treasures survive among the crumbling tenements; where a vibrant street life takes place amidst shortages; and where revolutionary politics, machismo and a thriving black market co-exist.

Author : Elena A. Schneider
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-29
Category : History
ISBN : 9781469645360

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The Occupation of Havana by Elena A. Schneider Pdf

In 1762, British forces mobilized more than 230 ships and 26,000 soldiers, sailors, and enslaved Africans to attack Havana, one of the wealthiest and most populous ports in the Americas. They met fierce resistance. Spanish soldiers and local militias in Cuba, along with enslaved Africans who were promised freedom, held off the enemy for six suspenseful weeks. In the end, the British prevailed, but more lives were lost in the invasion and subsequent eleven-month British occupation of Havana than during the entire Seven Years' War in North America. The Occupation of Havana offers a nuanced and poignantly human account of the British capture and Spanish recovery of this coveted Caribbean city. The book explores both the interconnected histories of the British and Spanish empires and the crucial role played by free people of color and the enslaved in the creation and defense of Havana. Tragically, these men and women would watch their promise of freedom and greater rights vanish in the face of massive slave importation and increased sugar production upon Cuba's return to Spanish rule. By linking imperial negotiations with events in Cuba and their consequences, Elena Schneider sheds new light on the relationship between slavery and empire at the dawn of the Age of Revolutions.

Author : Dick Cluster,Raphael Hernández Rodriguez
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-13
Category : Havana (Cuba)
ISBN : 1682191346

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History of Havana by Dick Cluster,Raphael Hernández Rodriguez Pdf

Author : Alejandro de la Fuente
Publisher : Univ of North Carolina Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0807878065

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Havana and the Atlantic in the Sixteenth Century by Alejandro de la Fuente Pdf

Havana in the 1550s was a small coastal village with a very limited population that was vulnerable to attack. By 1610, however, under Spanish rule it had become one of the best-fortified port cities in the world and an Atlantic center of shipping, commerce, and shipbuilding. Using all available local Cuban sources, Alejandro de la Fuente provides the first examination of the transformation of Havana into a vibrant Atlantic port city and the fastest-growing urban center in the Americas in the late sixteenth century. He shows how local ambitions took advantage of the imperial design and situates Havana within the slavery and economic systems of the colonial Atlantic.

Author : María Luisa Lobo Montalvo
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UTEXAS:059173007685295

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Havana by María Luisa Lobo Montalvo Pdf

In this exquisite volume, author Maria Luisa Lobo Montalvo presents the architecture and history of Havana - part of which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site - in an accessible and engaging text and specially commissioned color photographs."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Maturin Murray Ballou
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1854
Category : Cuba
ISBN : UOMDLP:agd8619:0001.001

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History of Cuba by Maturin Murray Ballou Pdf

Author : Captivating History
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1727831772

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History of Havana by Captivating History Pdf

Explore the Captivating History of Havana! The story of Havana has all the elements of a great epic. It has tragic heroes and cunning villains, dramatic battles and fine culture, explosions, killings, horrible murders, rousing speeches, and courageous displays of determination. The history of Cuba's capital is about more than just one city. It's about the astounding resilience of the Cuban people, a people that has been through so much and yet continues to bounce back, a people that is known for the irresistible combination of ingrained toughness and emotion always ready to leap to the surface. This new captivating history book is for you if you want to go on a startling adventure, starting from the days of Christopher Columbus and continuing through wars, revolutions, protests, and partying. In History of Havana: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Capital of Cuba, Starting from Christopher Columbus' Arrival to Fidel Castro, you will discover topics such as The Founding of Havana Cassava, Canals, and the French Corsairs The Siege of Havana The Slaves of Havana Hurricanes The Struggle for Independence Begins "Remember the Maine" The Havana High Life Another Revolution Castro's Victory Castro's Havana And much, much more! So if you want to experience firsthand the events that have shaped this battered gem of the Caribbean, click "add to cart"!

Author : Joseph L. Scarpaci,Roberto Segre,Mario Coyula
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : 0807853690

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Havana by Joseph L. Scarpaci,Roberto Segre,Mario Coyula Pdf

Newly revised and redesigned, this book assesses nearly 500 years of urban development and planning in Havana, paying particular attention to the city's rich blend of Spanish-Cuban-Latin American-North American architecture and design.

Author : Charles River Editors
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1687531242

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Havana by Charles River Editors Pdf

*Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading "As far as cities go, Havana is a festering treasure chest, a primary color..." - Brin-Jonathan Butler, Cuban-Canadian author A trip to Havana, Cuba, otherwise known as the "City of Columns," tops many bucket lists for good reason. The mere mention of this once-hidden gem of a city, situated on the western part of the largest Caribbean island nation, evokes the breathtaking imagery of sun-soaked streets and sprawling, golden-sand beaches surrounded by twinkling, almost impossibly crystalline waters, reminiscent of pastel sapphires. Nostalgic types are more likely to envision the time capsule-like qualities of Havana, namely the delightful rows of brightly-colored buildings painted in various shades of canary-yellow, watermelon-pink, and tangerine-orange, and the funky, non-ironic collection of vintage '50s cars cruising the streets. The stunning murals and mosaics, ranging from realistic and beautifully poignant black-and-white pieces to fantastical abstract works and uniquely traditional, stylized opuses, only add to the intoxicating vibrancy of the city. Even those who aren't there can practically imagine the robust bouquet of classic Cuban cigars mingling with the mouthwatering aroma of freshly brewed, home-grown coffee. Havana: The History and Legacy of Cuba's Capital chronicles the rise of the Cuban city, and the turbulent history that has made it one of the world's most interesting locations. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about Havana like never before.

Author : Roberto Gonzalez Echevarria
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2001-05-24
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780195349177

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The Pride of Havana by Roberto Gonzalez Echevarria Pdf

From the first amateur leagues of the 1860s to the exploits of Livan and Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez, here is the definitive history of baseball in Cuba. Roberto Gonzalez Echevarria expertly traces the arc of the game, intertwining its heroes and their stories with the politics, music, dance, and literature of the Cuban people. What emerges is more than a story of balls and strikes, but a richly detailed history of Cuba told from the unique cultural perch of the baseball diamond. Filling a void created by Cuba's rejection of bullfighting and Spanish hegemony, baseball quickly became a crucial stitch in the complex social fabric of the island. By the early 1940s Cuba had become major conduit in spreading the game throughout Latin America, and a proving ground for some of the greatest talent in all of baseball, where white major leaguers and Negro League players from the U.S. all competed on the same fields with the cream of Latin talent. Indeed, readers will be introduced to several black ballplayers of Afro-Cuban descent who played in the Major Leagues before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier once and for all. Often dramatic, and always culturally resonant, Gonzalez Echevarria's narrative expertly lays open the paradox of fierce Cuban independence from the U.S. with Cuba's love for our national pastime. It shows how Fidel Castro cannily associated himself with the sport for patriotic p.r.--and reveals that his supposed baseball talent is purely mythical. Based on extensive primary research and a wealth of interviews, the colorful, often dramatic anecdotes and stories in this distinguished book comprise the most comprehensive history of Cuban baseball yet published and ultimately adds a vital lost chapter to the history of baseball in the U.S.

Author : Captivating History
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 164748202X

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Cuba by Captivating History Pdf

The themes of the history of Cuba are as vast as they are inspiring. Cuba has stared death in the face throughout its rocky history, and most of the time it has gazed into the eyes of death and smiled. The Cuban people over and over show their resilience, courage, and passion in the face of incredible odds.

Author : Alfredo José Estrada
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-08
Category : History
ISBN : 9781250114662

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Havana: Autobiography of a City by Alfredo José Estrada Pdf

Alfredo José Estrada's intimate ties to Havana form the basis for this "autobiography," written as though from the city's own heart. Covering the island's five hundred year history, Estrada portrays the adventurers and dreamers who left their mark on Havana, including José Martí, martyr for Cuban independence; and Ernest Hemingway, the most American of writers who became an unabashed Habanero. Deeply personal and affecting, Havana is the accessible and complete story of the city for the history buff and armchair traveler alike.

Author : Peter Moruzzi
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781423609933

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Havana Before Castro by Peter Moruzzi Pdf

Take a trip to the golden age of Havana in this gorgeously illustrated volume of vintage photographs, postcards, brochures, and other ephemera. Featuring hundreds of historic images and cultural artifacts, Havana Before Castro documents how the Cuban capital evolved from a Prohibition Era getaway destination to a heady blend of glittering nightclubs, outrageous cabarets, all-night bars, and backstreet brothels. Here, captured in one amazing book, is the drama, passion, intrigue, and opulence of a legendary city during its heyday—before the Castro regime took over and Americans were banned from travel to this tropical paradise. In chapters covering such topics as Cuban rum and cigars, the world-famous Tropicana Club, and Havana’s association with the mob, author Peter Moruzzi provides essential historical context for the many fascinating and evocative images.

Author : Ada Ferrer
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781501154560

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Cuba (Winner of the Pulitzer Prize) by Ada Ferrer Pdf

In 1961, at the height of the Cold War, the United States severed diplomatic relations with Cuba, where a momentous revolution had taken power three years earlier. For more than half a century, the stand-off continued--through the tenure of ten American presidents and the fifty-year rule of Fidel Castro. His death in 2016, and the retirement of his brother and successor Raúl Castro in 2021, have spurred questions about the country's future. Meanwhile, politics in Washington--Barack Obama's opening to the island, Donald Trump's reversal of that policy, and the election of Joe Biden--have made the relationship between the two nations a subject of debate once more. Now, award-winning historian Ada Ferrer delivers an ambitious chronicle written for an era that demands a new reckoning with the island's past. Spanning more than five centuries, Cuba: An American History reveals the evolution of the modern nation, with its dramatic record of conquest and colonization, of slavery and freedom, of independence and revolutions made and unmade. Along the way, Ferrer explores the influence of the United States on Cuba and the many ways the island has been a recurring presence in US affairs. This is a story that will give Americans unexpected insights into the history of their own nation and, in so doing, help them imagine a new relationship with Cuba. Filled with rousing stories and characters, and drawing on more than thirty years of research in Cuba, Spain, and the United States--as well as the author's own extensive travel to the island over the same period--this is a stunning and monumental account like no other. --