Cuba is a rare & fascinating place In a world where revolutionary socialism seems an almost quaint reminder of the Cold War the island remains one of the few nations on the planet guided by a Communist party still committed to fighting imperialism opposed to the injustices of globalization & wedded to the dream of one day building a classless society albeit in a distant future But Cuba is more than a struggling socialist country it is a nation with a complex & turbulent history & a rich & varied culture This book is neither simply a timeline narrative of Cuban history nor a traditional history of Cuban culture Instead it invites the reader to enter Cuban history from the perspective of the island's uniquely creative cultural forms As it does so it traces that restless island as it ebbs & flows with the power beauty & longings of its culture & history All those who have visited this captivating place or been inspired by its history & culture should read this fascinating account ...

Marco Polo maps featurecompletely up-to-date digitally generated mapping The high qualitycartography with distance indicators & scale converters aid route planning Contains 6 city maps Playas del Este Varadero La Habana Cienfuegos Camaguey & Santiago de Cuba A fold-out overview map is ideal for routeplanning & 7 self-adhesive Marco Polo mark-it stickers can be used topin-point a destination or route for future reference Scenic routes & placesof interest are highlighted
- ideal for touring holidays Comprehensive indexbooklet The map scale is 1 1 000 000
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Perfect Days in Cuba For advice you can trust look no further than Marco Polo Cuba Marco Polo Travel Guide is a compact guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip don't want to miss anything like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out & love all things ultra-practical & easy to use The unique spiral binding lays flat & is perfect for people on-the-go Inside your Cuba Marco Polo Guide Top 10 sights we highlight the most important sights & sites of this glorious Caribbean Island The Cuba Feeling gives tips to help you experience the essence of this vibrant island From perfecting your salsa moves to staying in a private Cuban home let Marco Polo help you get under the skin of Cuba to see what makes it tick The Magazine section provides an interesting & entertaining account of life in Cuba From cigars to Catholic Saints this guides digs deep into the history to see what shaped modern Cuba Don't miss each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area & what to do at your leisure if time permits Five chapters organised by region & city each chapter provides restaurant recommendations the best shopping streets & the hottest places to go for a night out Perfectly planned itineraries take you through Cuba's past & present All you need to do is decide whether you want to travel on foot by bike car or public transport for perfect days out on this Caribbean island Detailed 3D graphics take you into the heart of Cuba's architecture giving you a real flavour of the amazing buildings Street Atlas & pull out map the best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map
- Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both The separate fully indexed pull-out map is handily placed in a high-quality plastic wallet at the back of the guide which can also be used as a storage pocket Top 10 reasons to come back for those undecided about a return visit there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!
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Written by INVERNA LOCKPEZ Art by DEAN HASPIEL Cover by DEAN HASPIEL From the moment Fidel Castro captures Havana in 1959 17-year-old Sonya believes in the promise of the Cuban Revolution A medical student who dreams of becoming a painter she joins the militia & finds herself caught between idealism & ideology As a volunteer medic at the Bay of Pigs she imprisoned & tortured by her own comrades Physically & emotionally scarred upon returning home Sonya searches for fulfillment in art But when she realizes that none of her efforts by gun or brush fall in line with Castro regime Sonya must make agonizing choices between her family her lover & her beloved country This graphic novel is inspired by the true experiences of first-time author & Havana-born artist Inverna Lockpez with stunning art by the Eisner-nominated Dean Haspiel (THE ALCOHOLIC THE QUITTER AMERICAN SPLENDOR) in a lush red-&-black palette created by colorist Jose Villarrubia ...

Please note this is a region B Blu-ray & will require a region B or region free Blu-ray player in order to play Nick Frost stars as a former salsa dancer desperate to regain his mojo in this comedy directed by James Griffiths 22 years after a bullying incident robbed him of his shot at glory in the UK Junior Salsa Championships overweight & self-loathing office worker Bruce Garrett (Frost) falls for the charms of his new seemingly out-of-reach American boss Julia (Rashida Jones) Bruce&s hopes rise however when he discovers that Julia also shares a passion for the dance floor inspiring him to try to turn back the clock & win the girl of his dreams Unfortunately there&s a problem
- Bruce&s testosterone-fuelled colleague Drew (Chris O& Dowd) has made it quite obvious that he&s got his own carnal designs on Julia Can Bruce regain his confidence unleash his dormant Latin fire & snatch the ultimate prize?
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Great Variety of Forms Thanks to Individually Shaped Pieces Premium Quality Perfect Cohesion Thanks to a Specially Developed Cardboard Perfect Accuracy of Fit Thanks to an Especially Fine Punching Knife Special Matt Varnish for Jigsaw Puzzles Without Reflections Linen Structure Exclusive Design ...

Race to win using your cognitive skills with The Smart Games Cube Duel 3D Magnetic Puzzle Game! Players must alternate balancing pieces on the cube game board & using strategy to switch between offensive & defensive moves This set comes with magnetic pieces covered in plastic making it easy to connect the pieces together The aim of the game is to have your colour in more exposed positions when the game ends Play this game with an opponent or train your 3D building skills with the 80 challenges included in single-player mode! A great way to build your cognitive thinkingunderstanding skills as well as motor skills h&-eye coordination & creativity Features & Benefits Build your skills & challenge yourself! Comes with 2 different coloured plastic cube pieces (Red & Yellow) Pieces are different shapes (Tetris-like shapes) Cube pieces are magnetic & can easily attach 80 different challenges Helps to build cognitive thinkingunderstanding Builds motor skills h&-eye coordination & creativity

Includes:: single player & 2 player mode Easy to store away Suitable for ages 10 & above How to Play Select coloured block & a challenge Take turns strategically placing the blocks on the gameboard Aim to have your colour be the most exposed by the end of the game! Play with the 80 different included challenges for more fun Product Safety Choking hazard &8211; small parts Not suitable for children under 10 years old To use with adult supervision

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Can you build a cube from the 7 colourful puzzle piecessmart Games
- Cube Puzzler Go is an eye-catching 2D puzzle game that will
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It&s time for a race! Can you make a face faster than anyone else in Cubeez? Not on your own face though; no you need to quickly turn & flip your three cubes to match the silly face on the challenge card Will your Cubeez be surprised sad happy angry or a little bit of everything?2–4 Players 15 Min Playing Time Age 6 ...

Please note this is a region 2 DVD & will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play More pre-school learning fun with Doody Bozz Tizzy & Dink

Includes:: three episodes & Music& & Telling Stories& & & Busy Bear & Boingle&

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