After Fidel: The Inside Story of Castro's Regime and Cuba's Next Leader

This is a compelling behind-the-scenes account of the Castro brothers and the impending dynastic succession of Fidel's younger brother Raul. Brian Latell, the CIA analyst who has followed Castro since the sixties, gives an unprecedented view into Fidel and Raul's remarkable relationship, revealing how they have collaborated in policy making, shared responsibilities, and resolved disagreements for more than forty years--a challenge to the notion that Fidel always acts alone. Latell has had more access to the brothers than any other American, and his briefs to the CIA informed much of U.S. policy. Based on his knowledge of Raul Castro, Latell makes predicts what kind of leader Raul would be and how the shift in power might influence U.S.-Cuban relations. The paperback includes a new afterword by the author, with insights about recent developments in Fidel’s health and insider information about the U.S. government’s position on the impending transition.