North of Havana - 1st Edition/1st Printing

New York: Putnam. Very Good+ in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399142428 . First edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition in Near Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Randy Wayne White on the title page. Spine is slanted and one inch closed tear to top rear of dust jacket; North of Havana is a journey into the heart of Cuba, a land where the sun never sets. This book is the story of Randy Wayne White's odyssey from the desolate city of Havana to the stunningly beautiful rural landscape of Pinar del Rio. White takes the reader on a journey of discovery, from the swamps and sugarcane fields of the central lowlands to the rugged coastline and the misty mountains of the interior. He describes the colorful people and their fascinating culture, the fishermen, the farmers, the artisans, and the musicians. He also tells of his experiences as a visitor to some of the most iconic sites in Cuba, such as the beautiful colonial city of Santiago de Cuba and the dramatic Sierra Maestra. North of Havana is a unique and fascinating journey into the heart of Cuba, a land that is both ancient and modern, rich and vibrant.; 8vo; FSA ; Signed by Author .