02365cam a22003133u 4500 29564 UtSlPG 20260610133655.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02009650 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1751 Goodman, Walter, 1838-1912 The Pearl of the Antilles, or An Artist in Cuba Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-08-01 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) "The Pearl of the Antilles, or An Artist in Cuba" by Walter Goodman is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work primarily explores Goodman’s experiences and observations in Cuba, highlighting the island's culture, society, and institutions through the eyes of an artist. As he recounts his time on the island, he paints a vivid picture of the contrasting elements of Cuban life, from the warmth of local hospitality to the stringent social regulations imposed by colonial authorities. The opening of the narrative introduces the author and his companion, Nicasio Rodriguez y Boldú, as they arrive in Santiago de Cuba from Florence. Goodman describes their often unwelcoming reception by the Spanish authorities, who subject them to various bureaucratic controls upon their arrival. However, the warmth of local Cubans soon compensates for their frosty welcome, as they are swept into a feast and celebrations orchestrated by Nicasio's friends and family, showcasing the generosity and hospitality of the Cuban people. This contrast sets the tone for the exploration of Cuban life, encompassing its customs, dining practices, and social intricacies that Goodman masterfully depicts in his artistic narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cuba -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29564 70412 70412