The Cuban revolution attempted to make equality in every sphere the basic operating principle of society. Equality among the sexes; it postulated; would resolve the "woman issue" once and for all. Sex and Revolution: Women in Socialist Cuba is the first book-length examination of revolutionary Cuba's attempt to conceptualize; prioritize; and implement sexual equality; offering an assessment of the successes; failures; and dilemmas of that process. In the wake of the revolution; which crushed both Cuban capitalism and Catholic power; a host of redistributive policies helped make Cuba one of the most egalitarian societies in the world. The history of the Cuban revolution provides rich detail regarding the interplay among gender; power; ideology; and culture. Certain revolutionary efforts to transform women's lives were extraordinarily successful; while others fell short of expectations. This book reviews the range of revolutionary strategies encompassed in structures; policies; and laws to address sexual inequality and difference. Ideal for courses in Latin American studies and women's studies; it offers insights into the implications of the way power is organized and managed; and analyzes the limitations of state policies in promoting and managing social and cultural transformations as significant as those regarding relations between the sexes.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great book on the Cold War from a unbiased point of viewBy W95Very good analysis and summary of the Origins of the Cold War from the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917 to its end in 19920 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Best book about the cold war; that I have read thus far.By Kindle CustomerBest book I've read about the cold war; and I have read a lot of books on the subject.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Learn all you need to knowBy PepperIf you are entrigued by the cold ward then you must read this book. I could hardly put it down when I received it in the mail. Lots of good discussion with friends who are studying this war in college.
