Diplomat's Chronicle of America's Long Struggle with Castro's Cuba

This book is a detailed and engaging account of the complex and often tumultuous relationship between the United States and Cuba during the Castro era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of US-Cuban relations.

Our Woman in Havana: A Diplomat's Chronicle of America's Long Struggle with Castro's Cuba

by Vicki Huddleston

4.6 out of 5

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The author, Wayne Smith, was a US diplomat who served in Cuba from 1979 to 1982.

He provides a unique insider's perspective on the events that shaped US-Cuban relations during this period. Smith's writing is clear and concise, and he does an excellent job of explaining the complex issues involved in US-Cuban relations.

The book is divided into three parts.

The first part provides a historical overview of US-Cuban relations from the early days of the Republic to the present day. The second part focuses on the Castro era, and the third part discusses the future of US-Cuban relations.

The first part of the book provides a concise overview of the history of US-Cuban relations.

Smith begins by discussing the early days of the Republic, when the United States was interested in acquiring Cuba as a territory. He then discusses the Spanish-American War and the Platt Amendment, which gave the United States the right to intervene in Cuba's affairs.

The second part of the book focuses on the Castro era.

Smith provides a detailed account of the events that led to the Cuban Revolution, including the failed Bay of Pigs invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He also discusses the US embargo against Cuba and the impact it has had on the Cuban people.

The third part of the book discusses the future of US-Cuban relations.

Smith argues that the US embargo against Cuba is ineffective and counterproductive. He calls for a new approach to US-Cuban relations, one that is based on dialogue and respect.

This book is a valuable contribution to the literature on US-Cuban relations.

It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this complex and often tumultuous relationship.

Table of Contents

2. The Early Years
3. The Spanish-American War
4. The Platt Amendment
5. The Cuban Revolution
6. The Bay of Pigs Invasion
7. The Cuban Missile Crisis
8. The US Embargo
9. The Future of US-Cuban Relations

About the Author

Wayne Smith is a former US diplomat who served in Cuba from 1979 to 1982. He is a graduate of the University of Florida and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. Smith is the author of several books on US-Cuban relations, including "The Closest of Enemies: A Memoir of Cuba's Revolution and America's Cold War" and "Cuba: A Journey."

Our Woman in Havana: A Diplomat's Chronicle of America's Long Struggle with Castro's Cuba

by Vicki Huddleston

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13921 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	295 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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