Our Artist in Cuba
Fifty drawings on wood. Leaves from the Sketch-book of a traveler, During the Winter of 1864-5By George Washington Carleton
Length12m
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In "Our Artist in Cuba," George Washington Carleton offers a rich tapestry of cultural observations and artistic explorations, painting the vibrant life of Cuba through his eloquent prose and vivid imagery. Carleton deftly weaves personal narratives with broader societal themes, showcasing his innovative style that blends travel writing with an art critique. The book emerges from the context of late 19th-century Cuba, a time of political unrest and burgeoning artistic expression, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the picturesque landscapes, customs, and challenges of Cuban society as perceived through an artist's eyes. George Washington Carleton, an influential figure in American art and letters, was deeply affected by his experiences abroad, particularly in Cuba. His background as an artist, along with his fascination for diverse cultures, equipped him with a unique lens to interpret and convey the Latin American environment. Carleton's encounters with Cuban artistry and its reflections on identity and resilience made a lasting impression, compelling him to document this vibrant culture for American readers. This book is highly recommended for enthusiasts of travel literature, art history, and cultural studies alike. Carleton'Äôs insightful observations resonate well beyond his time, offering contemporary audiences a profound understanding of Cuba'Äôs artistic heritage and the universal human experience.
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GenreTravel
Length12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A PRELIMINARY WORD.
2THE START.—THE STEAMSHIP COLUMBIA. AT SEA.
3IN THE GULF OF MEXICO.
4ARRIVAL AT HAVANA.
5STREETS OF HAVANA.—CALLE MERCADERES.
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6VIEW FROM OUR WINDOW AT THE HOTEL ALMY.
7STREETS OF HAVANA.—CALLE TENIENTE RE.
8AT THE CAFE LOUVRE.
9THE [WICKED] FLEA OF HAVANA.
10THE NATIONAL VEHICLE OF HAVANA.
11A COCK-FIGHT IN CUBA.
12STREETS OF HAVANA.—CALLE LAMPARILLA.
13THE CUBAN TOOTH-PICK.
14THE CAPTAIN GENERAL'S QUINTA,
15THE DOMESTIC INSECTS OF HAVANA.
16A LITTLE EPISODE IN THE CALLE BARRATILLO.
17STREETS OF HAVANA.—CALLE COMPOSTELLA,
18AN INTERIOR IN HAVANA.
19HEADS OF THE PEOPLE.
20PRIMITIVE HABITS OF THE NATIVES.
21WASHING IN HAVANA..
22CARNIVAL IN HAVANA.
23A MASK BALL AT THE TACON.
24LATER IN THE EVENING,
25STREETS OF HAVANA—CALLE OBRAPIA.
26STREETS OF HAVANA—CALLE O'REILLY.
27FIRST HOUR! SECOND HOUR!! THIRD HOUR!!!
28BED-ROOMS IN CUBA.
29SEA-BATHS IN HAVANA,
30HOTELS IN HAVANA.
31HIGH ART IN HAVANA.
32LOCOMOTION IN THE COUNTRY.
33SHOPPING IN HAVANA.
34THE NATIONAL BEVERAGE OF HAVANA.
35THE LIZARDS OF CUBA.
36SMOKING IN HAVANA.
37THE MUSQUITOS OF HAVANA.
38PUBLIC SERVANTS IN CUBA.
39ONE OF THE SENSATIONS IN CUBA.
40THE GREAT CAVE NEAR MATANZAS.
41THE OUTSKIRTS OF MATANZAS.
42ARCHITECTURE IN MATANZAS.
43A CAFFETAL NEAR MATANZAS.
44THE PICTURESQUE IN MATANZAS.
45A SUGAR PLANTATION, NEAR THE YUMORI.
46A BED-CHAMBER IN MATANZAS.
47ECONOMY IS WEALTH.
48THE SUBURBS OF CALABAZAR
49PLANTATIONS NEAR MARIANAS,
50ARCHITECTURE IN HAVANA.
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