The Lamson Library and Learning Commons is pleased to welcome Professor Emeritus Manuel Marquez-Sterling for a book event and signing on Tuesday November 3rd at 3 pm on the Main Level. Dr. Marquez-Sterling will speak on his recently published book Cuba 1952-1959: The True Story of Castro’s Rise to Power.

The author was a witness to history in the seven critical years when the struggle for Cuba was not just between Fulgencio Batista and Fidel Castro, but also a third force that advocated for a peaceful, democratic resolution. Elections were held on November 3, 1958 and Dr. Sterling’s father, Carlos Marquez-Sterling, was a candidate for President. His father was predicted to win by a landslide, but there was rampant electoral fraud, due to Batista and the Army. Six weeks after the election, Batista fled Cuba and Castro’s revolution took over the country.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. The event is free and open to the public!