Dona Licha's Island: Modern Colonialism in Puerto Rico

by Alfredo Lopez

Lopez examines the history of Puerto Rico from the extermination of the native Taino population, the importation of African slaves and Spanish colonial culture, to the 1980s movements for labor, student, and women's rights, and the debates over statehood or independence.

178 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1987

Reviews

[Derick Lugo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Though it was first published in 1987, it's not dated. Much of what is revealed in this book about Puerto Rico's relationship with USA still applies. This is a great read for those who seek to learn the history of a small latin island called Puerto Rico.