The Pearl of the Antilles or An Artist in Cuba is a personal yet detailed and nuanced snapshot of Cuba in the long-ago time and place of the late 1800s. Contents: "A Cuban Welcome, Daily Life in Cuba, Art-Patronage in Cuba, A Cuban 'Velorio,' Cuban Models, Cuban Beggars..."

Cuba and Havana in particular, has become one of the favorite holiday spots in the world for Europeans. This can probably be attributed to the great weather, the general colonial charm and the fun-loving locals. The culture in Cuba is very rich and diverse, as it has over 500 years of history. It has been affected by many important cultures of the world, like the European culture, African culture and North American culture. Their art, music, dancing and literature is all influenced by this diverse cultural background.