Dancing With Cuba by Alma Guillermoprieto
A Memoir of the Revolution
The book recounts the author's experiences as a young dance instructor in Cuba during the early 1970s, a time of intense political and social upheaval. Through vivid and introspective narrative, she explores the complexities of life under Fidel Castro's regime, the challenges of teaching dance in a revolutionary society, and her own personal growth and disillusionment. The memoir offers a unique perspective on Cuban culture, the arts, and the impact of political ideology on everyday life, blending personal anecdotes with broader historical and cultural observations.
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- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- Mexican
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- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- Spanish
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