Description
Elementary History of Cuba
Book Summary
This work is a classic of Cuban historiography, originally conceived as a manual for primary education. Ramiro Guerra offers a complete journey through the history of Cuba, from the pre-Columbian era to the 20th century. Written in the early decades of the Republic, the book stands out for its nationalist focus, emphasizing the episodes and figures that forged the Cuban identity. It is essential reading for understanding the construction of the Island's historical narrative.
What is it about?
The work narrates the evolution of Cuba from the times before the arrival of the colonizers to the 20th century. The author, Ramiro Guerra, presents a unified vision of the Island's past, organizing events around the development of national sentiment. The book covers the conquest and colonization, colonial society, the struggles for independence, and the early years of the Republic. Its writing, intended for a school audience, makes the exposition clear and accessible, focusing on the milestones that defined Cuban nationality.
Main themes
- Formation of the Cuban national identity
- History of Cuba from the pre-Columbian era to the 20th century
- Independence process and construction of the Republic
- Key figures and episodes in the forging of patriotic sentiment
- Historiographical vision of the first decades of the 20th century in Cuba
Who is it recommended for?
It is recommended for students, teachers, and researchers interested in the history of Cuba. It is also a work of great value for any reader who wishes to know the foundations of the Cuban national historical narrative from a classic and foundational perspective. It is especially useful for those seeking a synthetic and pedagogical view of the Island's history.
What this book offers
- A comprehensive and didactic view of the history of Cuba, ideal for beginners on the subject.
- Understanding of the process of constructing the Cuban national identity.
- Access to a classic text that was a reference in the country's primary education.
- Historiographical perspective of the first decades of the Republic.
- A clear and structured account of the Island's main historical milestones.
Technical specifications
- Author: Guerra, Ramiro
- Publisher: Linkgua Digital
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Classic texts, History of the Americas
- Collection: TBD Collection
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2010
- Number of pages: 303
- Weight: 100 g
Editorial assessment
This is an indispensable reference work for understanding 20th-century Cuban historiography. Its value lies in being one of the first widely circulated texts to present a unified national history, written from a pedagogical perspective. Although its focus responds to a specific historical context, it remains a relevant read for students and history buffs who wish to understand the foundations of the Cuban patriotic narrative.