Thomas Gustafsson

Cuba After Castro : A Journey Through History — And the Complex Present Thomas Gustafsson

Few countries can evoke such strong emotions as Cuba, a country that is constantly in the world's spotlight. Many have opinions about which path Cuba should take after the Castro brothers have relinquished power. What is happening to Cuba now? Who rules the country? Will the regime survive the economic crisis? What significance does Donald Trump's tightened Cuba policy have? And how do Cubans live today?

Cuba expert Thomas Gustafsson answers all these questions and more in this documentary and current portrayal of the country. The reader gets to follow along on a historical journey through time and space. All parts of Cuban society are depicted intimately and critically, but also lovingly. Gustafsson has interviewed leading representatives of both the regime and the opposition. The political complications and power struggles are analyzed. The military's increased influence is revealed and ordinary Cubans testify about their complicated everyday lives. The reader also gets to know the unique Cuban culture, music, literature, film, art and sports.

This is the sixth revised and updated international edition of Thomas Gustafsson's bestseller Cuba After Castro. For those who truly want to understand Cuba, this is the indispensable standard work.