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| Management number | 220812973 | Release Date | 2026/05/03 | List Price | $4.00 | Model Number | 220812973 | ||
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History Will Absolve Me: Castro's Defiant Courtroom ManifestoFidel Castro's Iconic Self-Defense Speech That Defined a RevolutionIn "History Will Absolve Me," readers experience the full, unaltered text of Fidel Castro's legendary 1953 courtroom speech—a pivotal moment in Cuban history that transformed a failed revolutionary into a national symbol of resistance.After leading the unsuccessful attack on the Moncada Barracks, Castro faced trial where, acting as his own defense attorney, he delivered this extraordinary four-hour address that evolved from a legal defense into a searing indictment of the Batista regime and a blueprint for Cuba's future.This definitive translation captures the raw power and eloquence of Castro's words as he:Exposes the corruption and brutality of the Batista dictatorshipDetails the horrific aftermath of the Moncada attack, including the torture and murder of revolutionariesArticulates a vision for social justice and national sovereigntyMakes his case using historical precedents from across world historyOutlines the five revolutionary laws his movement would have implementedThe speech concludes with Castro's prophetic declaration—"Condemn me, it does not matter. History will absolve me"—words that would echo through decades of Cuban history.Whether you're a student of revolutionary movements, Latin American history, or political rhetoric, this foundational text provides crucial insight into the ideological foundations of the Cuban Revolution and the mind of one of the 20th century's most controversial and influential figures.This authentic translation preserves Castro's powerful oratory with all its passion, intellectual force, and historical weight—essential reading for understanding Cuba's revolutionary past and its enduring legacy. Read more
| ISBN13 | 979-8313089386 |
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| Language | English |
| Publisher | Independently published |
| Dimensions | 5 x 0.31 x 8 inches |
| Item Weight | 7.2 ounces |
| Print length | 134 pages |
| Part of series | Cuba Libre: The Essential Texts of the Cuban Revolution |
| Publication date | March 5, 2025 |
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