Download PDF Cuba Libre! Che Fidel and the Improbable Revolution That Changed World History Audible Audio Edition Tony Perrottet Robertson Dean Penguin Audio Books
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The surprising story of Che Guevara, Fidel Castro, and the scrappy band of rebel men and women who followed them.
Most people are familiar with the basics of the Cuban Revolution of 1956-1959 it was led by two of the 20th century's most charismatic figures, Fidel Castro and Che Guevara; it successfully overthrew the island nation's US-backed dictator; and it quickly went awry under Fidel's rule.
But less is remembered about the amateur nature of the movement or the lives of its players. In this wildly entertaining and meticulously researched account, historian and journalist Tony Perrottet unravels the human drama behind history's most improbable revolution a scruffy handful of self-taught revolutionaries - many of them kids just out of college, literature majors, and art students, and including a number of extraordinary women - who defeated 40,000 professional soldiers to overthrow the dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.Â
Cuba Libre!'s deep dive into the revolution reveals fascinating details How did Fidel's highly organized lover Celia Sánchez whip the male guerrillas into shape? Who were the two dozen American volunteers who joined the Cuban rebels? How do you make lethal land mines from condensed milk cans - or, for that matter, cook chorizo à la guerrilla (sausage guerrilla-style)?
Cuba Libre! is an absorbing look back at a liberation movement that captured the world's imagination with its spectacular drama, foolhardy bravery, tragedy, and, sometimes, high comedy - and that set the stage for Cold War tensions that pushed the world to the brink of nuclear war.Â
Download PDF Cuba Libre! Che Fidel and the Improbable Revolution That Changed World History Audible Audio Edition Tony Perrottet Robertson Dean Penguin Audio Books
"The Revolution lasted only 2 years, and though of noble intent. was plagued from the start, but successful nevertheless in capturing the attention of the world and the U.S. in its cause. From revolutionary thrill seekers to celebrities to the media, it moved a country and a cause. Yet in the wake of its victory came the unveiling or maybe disintegration into the same oppression, fear and loss of freedoms that is “cause celebre†sought to eradicate. Full of details and insight, the book is a fascinating view of both the spirit of humans to follow their convictions and their failings in the spoils of those victories."
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Cuba Libre! Che Fidel and the Improbable Revolution That Changed World History Audible Audio Edition Tony Perrottet Robertson Dean Penguin Audio Books Reviews
- The Revolution lasted only 2 years, and though of noble intent. was plagued from the start, but successful nevertheless in capturing the attention of the world and the U.S. in its cause. From revolutionary thrill seekers to celebrities to the media, it moved a country and a cause. Yet in the wake of its victory came the unveiling or maybe disintegration into the same oppression, fear and loss of freedoms that is “cause celebre†sought to eradicate. Full of details and insight, the book is a fascinating view of both the spirit of humans to follow their convictions and their failings in the spoils of those victories.
- This is a great read. I didn’t know a thing about the Cuban revolution in 1959. Read like a novel and very informative and interesting
- Truly riveting! Perrottet’s writing let’s one feel they were right there in all the action and inaction; misfortune and fortune of the rebels winning against overwhelming odds. Very engaging throughout.
- Lots of good information, well written, lots of action, keeps you interested
- I studied Latin American history in college and had a particular interest in Cuba. This book is highly readable, offering many details that I either had forgotten or didn't know about the Cuban Revolution.
- Liked it very much. Very informative of what was really going on in Cuba at the time and what led to the revolution. Facts, not political white washing. Provides a whole new perspective on Cuba, then and now.
- Full disclosure Tony is a friend of mine. But I have other friends who've written books I didn't review here because I didn't love them (the books, not the friends!). Cuba Libre is a fantastic read. Tony asked me to look at it and consider writing a blurb. I figured I'd read a chapter or two, determine whether or not I could recommend it with a clear conscience, and then get back to my own work. Instead, I spent two days with my nose buried in this thing, absorbing the experience of being part of the Cuban revolution, hanging with Fidel and Che and the women they loved, tasting the food they concocted from what they could buy from grateful villagers, smell the tropical rain.... This is a book that pulses and breathes with unexpected insight, humor, and erudition. I can't recommend it highly enough.
- Author does a great job of assembling even the minute facts and revealing the lack of any glory in the Cuban Revolt. It sounds like a group of stooges led by a bipolar leader who was terribly unprepared for any task at hand which resulted in the death , capture and torture of many loyal but ignorant followers. A Woodstock gone very wrong. One thing the author reveals is the awesome and misleading power the media offers in deluding the public and it's leaders. So relevant to today's political climate. The book is a telltail reveal it all on corruption that existed on both sides of the Cuban environment of the 50's. Such a terrible waste of life in the desire for money , power and control of the Cuban people.
