Bacardi Y La Larga Lucha Por Cuba (2008) - Plot & Excerpts
Bacardi and the Long Fight for Cuba covers historical events, the creation of Bacardi in Santiago de Cuba, and the effects of the turmoil of various Cuban governments in its ultimate relocation to Puerto Rico.The book is a very accurate historical non-fiction account of everything going on at the different periods. It addresses all the U.S. gangsters and their effects, Batista, Castro, etc.It's a well-researched and well-written book. Extensive, thorough, and objective account of Cuba, rum, and the Bacardi Family. I'm married to a Cubana and I didn't know Bacardi was Cuban-that's embarassing. I thought they were Puerto Rican. That was because of their extensive efforts to re-brand themselves after Fidel appropriated the company. I didn't know they owned the breweries in Cuba-Hatuey Beer. Bacardis were fighters for Cuba against Spain. They welcomed Castro and realized too late he was not the answer. Bacardi is thriving today because of the efforts of Pepin Bosch who diversified the company by opening distilleries in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil and other places. Remarkable testament to his vision and work ethic that the company so thoroughly Cuban was able to thrive and prosper and transition to a multi-national giant while suffering the loss of its national identity. Great book just not on Bacardi but on Cuba too.
What do You think about Bacardi Y La Larga Lucha Por Cuba (2008)?
Interesting for history I didn't know much about, but pretty hagiographic regarding the Bacardis.
—angelika22
Can't wait for this one to come out. My father asked me about it and he is not a reader.
—courtneeyjade
I love Tom Gjelten, and love Cuban history. I'll let you know how this plays out.
—Tabathaprz
