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Waiting For Snow In Havana: Confessions Of A Cuban Boy,New
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Have Mercy On Me, Lord, I Am Cuban. In 1962, Carlos Eire Was One Of 14,000 Children Airlifted Out Of Havanaexiled From His Family, His Country, And His Own Childhood By Fidel Castros Revolution. Winner Of The National Book Award, This Stunning Memoir Is A Vibrant And Evocative Look At Latin America From A Childs Unforgettable Experience.Waiting For Snow In Havana Is Both An Exorcism And An Ode To A Paradise Lost. For The Cuba Of Carloss Youthwith Its Lizards And Turquoise Seas And Sundrenched Siestasbecomes An Island Of Condemnation Once A Cigarsmoking Guerrilla Named Fidel Castro Ousts President Batista On January 1, 1959. Suddenly The Music In The Streets Sounds Like Gunfire. Christmas Is Made Illegal, Political Dissent Leads To Imprisonment, And Too Many Of Carloss Friends Are Leaving Cuba For A Place As Far Away And Unthinkable As The United States. Carlos Will End Up There, Too, And Fulfill His Mothers Dreams By Becoming A Modern American Maneven If His Soul Remains In The Country He Left Behind.Narrated With The Urgency Of A Confession, Waiting For Snow In Havana Is A Eulogy For A Native Land And A Loving Testament To The Collective Spirit Of Cubans Everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: The main theme of 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' is the loss of childhood and the impact of political upheaval on personal identity, as Carlos Eire recounts his experience of being exiled from Cuba during Fidel Castro's revolution.
- Q: Is 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' suitable for young readers? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' contains mature themes related to political violence, loss, and exile, which may not be suitable for very young readers. It is best suited for older teens and adults.
- Q: How many pages does 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' have? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' has 400 pages, providing an in-depth look into Carlos Eire's experiences as a young boy during a tumultuous time in Cuba.
- Q: What style of writing is used in 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: The writing style in 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' is descriptive and evocative, blending memoir with elements of poetic narration, making it both engaging and reflective.
- Q: Can you tell me about the author of 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: Carlos Eire is a Cuban-American author and historian, known for his memoirs and scholarly work. He won the National Book Award for 'Waiting for Snow in Havana', which reflects on his childhood in Cuba.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' was published on December 24, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding is used for 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: Does 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' include illustrations or photographs? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' does not include illustrations or photographs; it focuses on narrative storytelling through text.
- Q: What genre does 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' belong to? A: 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' is categorized under memoir and falls within the Hispanic & Latin genre, reflecting the author's personal experiences.
- Q: Is there a sequel or related work to 'Waiting for Snow in Havana'? A: While 'Waiting for Snow in Havana' stands alone as a memoir, Carlos Eire has written other works that explore similar themes, but there is no direct sequel.