( 6 reviews )
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Posted: Jan 8 2008
This is a solid book. It would give the average non-Cuban American some insight into Cuban culture and influence. It's not the definitive guide. However, it is a starting point. There are many interesting bits of info... such as the Cuban involvement during the American Revolution or the relationship between St. Augustine (first city in North America - founded by the Spaniards) and the Cuban born Spaniards in Cuba. I'd recommend buying this book.
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Posted: Oct 20 2006
A well written story of Cubans, the people, their background, education, character,as well as their unfortunate loss of their country to a regime that still stands. This would be the book to read and have your children read,it would give them a detail about the history (I am Cuban/American)of a once great country who liberated themselves from Spain, but have not been able to liberate themselves from Castro....the story of one people touching two worlds. Lilly Gonzalez
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( 1 of 1 found this review helpful ) Posted: Aug 18 2004
Misses the point. A vague look at a proud and diversified group of Americans. Fails to detail the contributions in culture, business and society that Cubans have made to the world and the reasons for their success in this country. Obviously written by someone who learned about the Cuban culture from similar books. Save your money.
