- Gebundene Ausgabe: 280 Seiten
- Verlag: Perseus Books Group (2. August 2007)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 0465070507
- ISBN-13: 978-0465070503
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 24,1 x 15,2 x 2,5 cm
- Amazon Bestseller-Rang: Nr. 1.125.684 in Englische Bücher (Siehe Top 100 in Englische Bücher)
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Outspoken to the point of controversy, activist Robinson boldly addresses the dire consequences of centuries of racism, most famously arguing for reparations to African Americans for slavery in The Debt (2000). Here he focuses his penetrating attention, vigorous analysis, and drum-roll eloquence on crimes against Haiti. A searing overview of Haitian history and the reasons behind the black nation's persistent poverty and isolation is followed by a riveting account of the 2004 coup against President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, a former humanitarian priest "twice overwhelmingly elected president by the poor." Robinson marshals strong evidence to support his belief that the Bush administration engineered Aristide's removal, and he has firsthand knowledge of the debacle. As friends of the Aristides, Robinson and his wife were in contact with the couple just before they were hustled off to the Central African Republic. Two weeks later, Robinson accompanied U.S. congresswoman Maxine Waters on a daring rescue mission that resulted in the Aristides finding temporary asylum in Jamaica. Robinson's dramatic account makes it clear that many questions remain unanswered. Seaman, Donna
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"Randall Robinson is the greatest Pro-Africa Freedom Fighter of his generation in America, his powerful poignant story of personal and political struggle is one of vision, courage, and sacrifice." -- Cornel West
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Haiti: Behind the Headlines
2. August 2007
Format:Gebundene Ausgabe
This slim volumn is full of history that usually exists only between the lines in the mainstream press. It is written in a style that is casual and more like oratory or a musical piece that constanly returns to the main themes as the facts unfold rather than a 1000 page history textbook. A story not understood by most in the US, and a must for those wishing to fill in some of the blanks in their knowledge of US foreign policy. The questions raised are disturbing.
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Our Book Club Enjoyed It
28. Oktober 2007
Format:Gebundene Ausgabe
Consensus among our book club members was favorable toward Mr. Robinson's latest book. As most of us had never focused on Haiti and knew little about the country's history, An Unbroken Agony was great in that it provided a basic history which highlighted main players and key events. It also gave us an insightful, perhaps biased, account of Aristide's alleged ouster. Since reading the book, I personally am more enlightened about (1) Haitian history and its geography; (2) French, Spanish, and U.S. history; (3) the greatness of Toussaint L'Ouverture whose deeds should be more well-known and documented in history books; (4) the smelly politics and foreign policies of the U.S.; and (5) Aristide's struggle to improve the plight of his nation's people, primarily the lower class and disadvantaged. On the negative side, I wish Mr. Robinson had offered more detail on why the U.S. went to great lengths to rid Haiti of Aristide, i.e., more precise information naming specific corporations and other entities now benefiting from Aristide's absence. Also, I was left wondering why Aristide has not been more vocal in his exile. Why has he not written a book to tell us how and why he was forced to leave his country? Why is he not pleading his own case? Finally, everyone in the book club to a person was motivated/inspired to seek out more information on Haiti, which is a good thing.
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Ugly truths about the United States
26. Dezember 2007
Format:Gebundene Ausgabe
Randall Robinson again displays his towering intellect, clear-eyed vision, and grasp of history, economics and power relationships. The ugly truths regarding the unrelenting American (and French) hostility toward Haiti are truths that the overwhelming majority of Americans cannot handle, and who therefore resort to willful ignorance. This book is a fascinating review of the kind of U.S. history that is not taught in the schools, nor covered by the media.
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