Havana

Trace the development of Cuba's capital from the early sixteenth century to its heyday in the late nineteenth century. See how Havana truly had come of age -- elegant, vivid and sophisticated. Combining detailed research with an obvious affection for the city, Barclay has developed a clear, concise and evocative history. Beautifully illustrated with color photographs and with contemporary engravings and paintings, this historical survey offers a fitting tribute.