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Describes through photographs and text the rise to power of the revolutionary leader opposed to the corruption and violence of the Batista regime, and the many strands of his more than thirty years of rule.

A comprehensive anthology of Fidel Castro's speeches, the first to be published since the 1960's.

Covers her early childhood, her high school and college years, her ascendancy from two-term mayor of Wasilla to the Alaskan governorship, the 2008 McCain/Palin campaign, and her position as potential 2012 Republican Party standard bearer.

Sarah Palin became the first female nominee on a Republican national presidential ticket in 2008. A little-known Alaskan governor, she soon became a lightning rod of controversy. Her time in the limelight has not diminished and this biography offers a candid and unbiased look at this charismatic politician.

A brief biography of influential Hispanic revolutionary Che Guevara that chronicles his life and association with Cuban dictator Fidel Castro.

Briefly traces the history of Cuba and presents neutral views as well as pro and con opinions on the Castro government and the political future of the island.

Relates the experiences of two teenage boys who decide to escape from Castro's Cuba by stowing away in the landing gear of an airplane.

Explores the history, culture, people, political system, economy, and geography of Cuba; and includes maps, photographs, and a glossary.

A biography of Communist dictator of Cuba, Fidel Castro describing his childhood and rise to power in 1959 following the overthrow of Fulgencio Batista, political and economic changes in Cuba, and Cuban Missile Crisis.