From Cuba to Madrid: Litigating Collective Freedom and Native Rights in the Spanish Empire, 1780-1814. By Maria Elena Díaz New York: Cambridge University Press, 2024. Pp. 347. 41. 99 Paperback. ISBN 978-1-009-49433-9

Key Points

• The examination reveals critical litigation efforts that shaped collective freedom during the Spanish Empire.
• Key evidence includes cases of native rights disputes that occurred in both Cuba and Madrid between 1780 and 1814.
• This analysis delves into legal documents and historical accounts detailing the fight for rights among native populations.
• The findings underscore the importance of these legal battles for understanding colonial governance and indigenous rights.