Haiti: The Tumultuous History - From Pearl of the Caribbean to Broken Nation - by Philippe Girard (Paperback)

Haiti: The Tumultuous History by Philippe Girard is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex and layered past of this Caribbean nation.

From its successful slave revolution to its current state as the poorest country in the western hemisphere, Girard provides an engaging and accessible history that takes readers back two hundred years.

He examines how colonialism and slavery have left a legacy of racial tension, both within Haiti and internationally, and argues that poverty's devastating impact on contemporary Haiti is largely due to the actions of Haitians themselves.

With insightful commentary on what Haiti must do to rebuild for a brighter future, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of Haitian history and politics.