“A comprehensive and tolerant study, devoid of jargon. . . . Calder, fairly describes the mixed results of the occupation. . . . — The New York Times Book Review
“A particularly good summary of U.S. imperialism at the turn of the century and clear description of Dominican society .” — Political Science Quarterly
“A work of exceptional historical analysis. . . . Calder is to be commended for his forthright analysis of the American occupation.” — American Historical Review