Description:
Newly revised and redesigned, this book assesses nearly 500 years of development in Havana, one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in the Western Hemisphere. The authors discuss the city's physical evolution in the context of political, economic, and cultural developments. They also examine recent restoration efforts in Old Havana, commercial development projects throughout the city, and the impact of tourism.
Brief description:
John G. Barrett is professor emeritus of history at the Virginia Military Institute. He is author of several books, including The Civil War in North Carolina, and coeditor of North Carolina Civil War Documentary.
Review Quotes:
"A good story as well as a good scholarly and temperate account of a part of the Civil War which even yet can hardly be viewed without emotion." -- New York Times Book Review