The West on Trial: My Fight for Guyana's Freedom

by Cheddi Jagan

First published in 1966, this re-printed title is a moving, personal account of the struggle against imperialism by one of the leading political figures in the Caribbean. The late Dr Jagan passionately weaves together his own life-story with that of his people's battle for independence and freedom in an environment dictated by race and class factors, and colonial attitudes.

Genres: Nonfiction, History, Politics

Paperback

First published February 12, 1997

About the author

Politician who was first elected Chief Minister in 1953 and later Premier of British Guiana from 1961 to 1964, prior to independence. He later served as President of Guyana from 1992 to 1997. He is widely regarded in Guyana as the "Father of the Nation".

Reviews

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Parts were dry, but overall pretty interesting. Surprised this isn’t more popular