Fidel Castro

In this memoir, Fidel Castro describes his historic political partnership and personal friendship with Che Guevara, a relationship that changed the course of Cuban politics and world history. "For me it has been hard to accept the idea that Che is dead. I have dreamed of him often, that I spoke with him, that he was alive." In this uncharacteristically gentle epitaph in book form, Castro brings Che Guevara--the man, the thinker, and Fidel's greatest fan--back to life. He recounts his long friendship and collaboration with Che, from their meeting in Mexico City to the military campaigns of the Cuban revolution and includes a frank assessment of the mission to Bolivia where Che was killed. Castro gives us a moving portrait of his long-lasting friendship with Che, including the last days together in Cuba, and offers remarkable insight into the political partnership that changed the face of Latin America forever.

Las Declaraciones de La Habana y los discursos pronunciados --de presentaci n y fundamentaci n de cada una de ellas-- por el comandante Fidel Castro son la plataforma de la pol tica exterior de la Revoluci n Cubana, imbuida de una s lida concepci n latinoamericanista y tercermundista. La Primera Declaraci n de La Habana (2 de septiembre de 1960) y la Segunda Declaraci n de La Habana (4 de febrero de 1962) fueron formuladas en medio de la vor gine de acci n y reacci n entre las primeras medidas sociales del Gobierno Revolucionario y la pol tica de agresi n, bloqueo y aislamiento del imperialismo norteamericano contra la Isla.

A comprehensive anthology with more than 30 speeches that span five decades by Fidel Castro, one of history's greatest orators. Emerging in the 1960s as a leading voice in support of anticolonial struggles, then continuing to play a role in the antiglobalization movement in the subsequent decades, Fidel Castro was an articulate and penetrating--if controversial--political thinker and leader, who outlasted ten US presidents. Covering five decades of Fidel's speeches, this selection begins with his famous courtroom defense ("History will Absolve Me"), and also includes his speech on learning of Che Guevara's death in Bolivia, his analysis of the collapse of the Soviet Union, and his response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. With his declining health and the emergence of new leaders such as Hugo Ch vez in Venezuela and Evo Morales in Bolivia, this book sheds light not just on Castro's mighty role in Latin America's past, but also on his legacy for the future. Love him or hate him, this anthology demonstrates that Fidel Castro is a "master of the spoken word," as Gabriel Garc a M rquez has described him. The Fidel Castro Reader includes a chronology of the Cuban Revolution, an extensive glossary and index as well as 24 pages of photos.

In this compilation of Fidel Castro's columns for Cuba's daily newspaper Granma, we see stark differences between the revolutionary Marxism that inspired his revolution and the middle class activism of western countries. This small book has been put together to highlight the Cuban Communist leader's warnings about drugs, CIA manipulation, liberal interventionists and other points of confusion.

By Fidel Castro Ruz. Edited by Vijay Prashad and Manolo de los Santos. Foreword by Fernando Gonzalez LlortPublished by 1804 Books and Leftword Books, 2021'You cannot kill ideas. Fidel, for the Third World, was not merely another leader. He was the mirror of its aspirations. That mirror will never be shattered.'- From the Introduction Fidel Castro's speeches were classrooms for the revolution. Through these speeches, Fidel came before the people to explain the conjuncture and problems the government faced with honesty and by putting them into historical context. Each of his speeches is a tour de force of explication, a history lesson, a sociology lesson, a political lesson, and even a lesson on literature. Fidel reached back to revolutionaries from an earlier time and dug into the data produced by the government. The traditions, experiences, and oral histories of national liberation and Marxism-Leninism articulated by Fidel came alive as he spoke to new audiences engaged in building a socialist experiment just miles away from the heart of the empire. Fidel Castro launched a battle of ideas in defense of socialist thought and the permanent mobilization of the people's consciousness. The speeches collected in this book carry forward the battle of ideas that framed the last decades of Fidel's life until he left us on 26 November 2016 at the age of ninety. FIDEL CASTRO RUZ Fidel Castro Ruz (13 August 1926 - 25 November 2016) was the leader of the Cuban Revolution. He was for many years the First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic of Cuba. FERNANDO GONZALEZ LLORTFernando Gonzalez Llort is one of the 'Cuban Five', the revolutionary heroes, unfairly imprisoned in the United States for fighting against terrorist organizations that have operated from US territory against Cuba. In 2017 he was appointed President of Cuba's Institute for Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). A graduate of International Relations, Fernando served as an internationalist combatant in southern Angola between 1987-89. MANOLO DE LOS SANTOSManolo De Los Santos is Co-Executive Director of The People's Forum and researcher at Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research. He co-edited, most recently, Viviremos: Venezuela vs Hybrid War (LeftWord 2020). VIJAY PRASHADVijay Prashad is the Executive Director of Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research. He is the author or editor of several books, including The Darker Nations: A Biography of the Short-Lived Third World, The Poorer Nations: A Possible History of the Global South and Red Star Over the Third World (from LeftWord). His most recent book is Washington Bullets (LeftWord 2021). He writes regularly for Frontline, The Hindu, Alternet and BirGun. He is Chief Editor at LeftWord Books.

Fidel in the Cuban Socialist Revolution makes accessible—and in some cases available in English for the first time—a selection of speeches and television appearances by Fidel Castro during the first two years of the Cuban Revolution. This extraordinary collection of documents allows readers to trace the evolution of this legendary leader's radical political thought as it pushes against and eventually overcomes adverse political and ideological circumstances faced by the newly formed socialist government. The pieces are organized chronologically, and each features an introduction prepared by Cuban experts José; Bell, Tania Caram and Delia Luisa López.

In response to the American administration's attempt to isolate Cuba, Fidel Castro delivered a series of speeches designed to radicalize Latin American society. As Latin America experiences more revolutions in Venezuela and Bolivia, and continues to upset America's plans for neo-liberal imperialism, renowned radical writer and activist Tariq Ali provides a searing analysis of the relevance of Castro's message for today.

""Fidel Castro Speaks With The People Of Cuba"" is a collection of speeches and interviews given by the former Cuban leader, Fidel Castro, to the Cuban people. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Cuban Revolution, socialism, international relations, and the role of the United States in Latin America. The speeches and interviews were given between 1959 and 1999, providing a comprehensive overview of Castro's political career and his vision for Cuba. The book offers insights into the political, social, and economic developments in Cuba during the second half of the 20th century, as well as Castro's perspective on the challenges facing the country. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in Cuban history and politics, as well as the legacy of Fidel Castro. Translation Of An Address By The Prime Minister Of Cuba, Dr. Fidel Castro, To The People Of Cuba At A Loyalty Rally, October 26, 1959. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The book ""Political, Economic and Social Thought of Fidel Castro"" by Fidel Castro is a comprehensive analysis of the ideology and philosophy of the former Cuban leader. The book delves into the political, economic, and social thought of Castro, exploring his ideas on revolution, socialism, democracy, and international relations. The author, Fidel Castro, was a prominent figure in the history of Cuba and Latin America, and his ideas have had a significant impact on global politics. Through this book, he provides a detailed account of his political and economic theories, including his views on Marxism, socialism, and the role of the state in the economy. The book also discusses Castro's social policies, including his efforts to improve healthcare, education, and housing in Cuba. It explores his views on race, gender, and sexuality, and his efforts to promote social justice and equality in Cuba. Overall, ""Political, Economic and Social Thought of Fidel Castro"" is an insightful and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the history, politics, and philosophy of Cuba and Latin America. It provides a unique perspective on the life and ideas of one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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