NASHUA – The Nashua Public Library recently announced that “Property of the Revolution: From a Cuban Barrio to a New Hampshire Mill Town” by Ana Hebra Flaster is this year’s selection for Nashua Reads: One City, One Book.

Now in its 24th year, Nashua Reads has become a popular community tradition, uniting the entire city in reading the same book. This year’s title features a special connection to the city, as the sweeping yet intimate historical memoir details a family’s transformation from pro-Castro revolutionaries in a scrappy Havana barrio to refugees in 1960s Nashua.

“For a program designed to bring the community together, this year’s title could not be a more fitting selection,” said Library Director Jennifer McCormack. “Flaster’s experience as a refugee is an important part of Nashua’s history, one that mirrors the lived experiences of so many of our neighbors today. Her story of family, resilience, and belonging will resonate with readers from everywhere.”

Hebra Flaster will visit the library for the Nashua Read’s keynote event, “Beyond the Book,” on Oct. 25 at 2 p.m. She’ll discuss the book and her experience growing up in Nashua with long-time Nashua Reads moderator Lisa Allen, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Tickets to the event are $10 online or $15 at the door.

Prior to Hebra Flaster’s visit, the library will offer a lineup of free programs inspired by “Property of the Revolution,” including presentations on the current state of U.S.-Cuba relations, the Taíno language and culture, a Spanish language game night, book discussion, movies and a “Passport to the World: Cuba” event, part of its ongoing cultural celebration series.

The library has more than 75 print copies of “Property of the Revolution” available in circulation for cardholders to borrow as well as eBook and eAudiobook formats available on Libby, the library app.

For complete program information and to borrow a copy of the book, visit nashuareads.org.