This title describes the brutal impact of capitalism and colonialism on both the colonizer and the colonized, exposing the contradictions and hypocrisy implicit in western notions of progress and civilisation.
This practical travel guide to the Caribbean features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ......
This revised and updated edition focuses on Cuba since Ra l Castro stepped down as president. Offering a comprehensive description and analysis of contemporary Cuban politics, economy, international relations, and society, it is ideally suited for students and general readers seeking to understand this small yet still influential country.
Pirates, Buccaneers, The Republic and The Caribbean, we cover everything you need to know about the Golden Age of Piracy. Uncover the true stories of the bloodthirsty buccaneers who made their fortune plundering the high seas, from Captain Kidd and Edward `Blackbeard' Teach to female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read.
Venezuela's Communal Movement and Its Socialist Project
A front-row seat to Venezuela's most innovative socialist project, with important lessons for movements worldwide Commune or Nothing! Venezuela's Communal Movement and Its Socialist Project opens a window on one of the most ambitious revolutionary projects of our time, as it took shape in a country suffering the cruel consequences of US ......
Political and Security Events from 1800 to the Present
This almanac compiles the most historically significant events in Latin America and the Caribbean from 1800-2020, containing vignettes of more than 700 events organized per month and specific calendar day, with a foreword from Admiral James Stavridis. It focuses on major political and security incidents starting from the period of ......
Leading scholar Alex Dupuy investigates themes of class, power, and gender in Haiti in the capitalist world-economy-from independence and indemnity to the US occupation and current crisis after the assassination of President Moise. This book provides new perspectives on Haiti's political economy since independence and demystifies major forces that ......
A sweeping yet intimate exploration of Latin America's political history, Forging Latin America profiles fifty-two of the region's most influential figures-from dictators and reformers to artists and priests-who, for better or worse, have shaped its character and destiny from the Spanish Conquest to the present day.
This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering the beauty of Caribbean cruising. From the glitzy ships to islands as different as Barbados and St-Barthelemy, this guide aims to cover the popular ports of call, including places not considered part of the region, such as the Bahamas, Mexico and Central America, but ......
