Patrick Markee

The New York Times

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Why the Cocks Fight

Dominicans, Haitians, and the Struggle for Hispaniola

By Michele Wucker – 2009 Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum

4.71 | 281 Pages

Dominican Republic HistoryWest Indies HistoryCaribbean HistorySophisticated

A study of two nations that share one Caribbean island but have disparate histories and cultures provides a vivid account of the conflicts that exist between the countries, as well as the occasional role of the United States in furthering those enmities.

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Recommended for:

Historians and social science students. Ages 12 to Adults.

You will:

Learn about the historical conflicts between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Discover the cultural significance of cockfighting in both nations.
Understand the impact of U.S. policies on Hispaniola's history.
Explore the social dynamics that shape the relationship between Dominicans and Haitians.
Gain insights into the economic struggles faced by both countries.

Reviews:

Insightful Analysis

Well-Researched

Engaging Narrative

Informative

Readable

Repetitive

Lack of Organization

New York Times Bestseller
Rated Amazon Best Book of the Year

Recommended by Patrick Markee, Kirkus Reviews, Barbara Fischkin and 3 others

Patrick MarkeeA complex exploration of the cultural divide between Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Wucker weaves together five centuries of tragic conflict with a subtle picture of the island today

Kirkus ReviewsA richly textured social history of Hispaniola. A powerful cultural analysis

Barbara FischkinImpeccably researched history made current and more meaningful by first-rate reporting

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