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LoC No.: 45044204
Title: San Cristóbal de la Habana
Note: Reading ease score: 50.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "San Cristóbal de la Habana" by Joseph Hergesheimer is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work explores the vibrancy and complexity of Havana through the eyes of an unnamed narrator whose observations and reflections communicate an intimate relationship with the city. The story begins with a deep appreciation for Havana’s unique character, marked by its lush landscapes, rich history, and the palpable atmosphere that the author vividly illustrates. The opening of the novel sets a lyrical and reflective tone as the narrator arrives in Havana and grapples with his immediate emotional response to the city. He depicts the striking contrast between the city’s natural beauty and its complex social fabric, weaving in his thoughts about history, architecture, and cultural identity. As he navigates through Havana’s streets and indulges in its sensory experiences—from the vibrant colors and sounds to the taste of local drinks—he begins to uncover a deeper sense of belonging to a place that feels at once foreign and intimately familiar. The opening portion effectively establishes the atmosphere and theme of exploration, inviting readers to share in the narrator’s enthrallment with Havana as he embarks on this journey of discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hergesheimer, Joseph, 1880-1954
EBook No.: 38445
Published: Dec 30, 2011
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Havana (Cuba) -- Description and travel
Subject: Havana (Cuba) -- Social life and customs
LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies. Cuba
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 45044204
Title: San Cristóbal de la Habana
Note: Reading ease score: 50.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary: "San Cristóbal de la Habana" by Joseph Hergesheimer is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work explores the vibrancy and complexity of Havana through the eyes of an unnamed narrator whose observations and reflections communicate an intimate relationship with the city. The story begins with a deep appreciation for Havana’s unique character, marked by its lush landscapes, rich history, and the palpable atmosphere that the author vividly illustrates. The opening of the novel sets a lyrical and reflective tone as the narrator arrives in Havana and grapples with his immediate emotional response to the city. He depicts the striking contrast between the city’s natural beauty and its complex social fabric, weaving in his thoughts about history, architecture, and cultural identity. As he navigates through Havana’s streets and indulges in its sensory experiences—from the vibrant colors and sounds to the taste of local drinks—he begins to uncover a deeper sense of belonging to a place that feels at once foreign and intimately familiar. The opening portion effectively establishes the atmosphere and theme of exploration, inviting readers to share in the narrator’s enthrallment with Havana as he embarks on this journey of discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hergesheimer, Joseph, 1880-1954
EBook No.: 38445
Published: Dec 30, 2011
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Havana (Cuba) -- Description and travel
Subject: Havana (Cuba) -- Social life and customs
LoCC: History of the Americas: West Indies. Cuba
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.