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100 1 _aCarleton, George Washington,
_d1832-1901
245 1 0 _aOur Artist in Cuba :
_bFifty drawings on wood. Leaves from the Sketch-book of a traveler, During the Winter of 1864-5.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-02-19
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif (from scanned images available at the Internet Archive)
520 _a"Our Artist in Cuba" by George Washington Carleton is a travelogue featuring a collection of sketches created during the winter of 1864-5. This book fits within the genre of a travel narrative, combining elements of both illustration and personal account, capturing the essence of Caribbean life and culture. Written in the mid-19th century, it offers a glimpse into Cuban society from the perspective of a visitor, likely appealing to readers interested in historical accounts of travel and cultural observations. The book presents a series of whimsical and humorous pen-and-ink sketches that depict various aspects of life in Cuba, showcasing the artist's experiences as he navigates through the streets of Havana and beyond. Through his illustrations and accompanying anecdotes, Carleton shares scenes from local festivities, culinary experiences, and vivid encounters with the colorful characters of the island. The work captures not just the visual beauty of Cuba, but also the quirks and idiosyncrasies of its society, engaging the reader with a blend of humor and candid observations. Overall, it serves both as a visual celebration and a reflective commentary on the culture and everyday life in mid-19th century Cuba. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican wit and humor, Pictorial
653 _aCuba -- Social life and customs -- Pictorial works
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35332
999 _c76177
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