The Life and Poems of a Cuban Slave

This hardcover edition is in good condition, with a dust jacket that shows minor wear. As an ex-library copy, it bears stamps and cataloging labels from the Denver Public Library. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean, with no inscriptions or signatures.

"The Life and Poems of a Cuban Slave" by Juan Francisco Manzano, published by Archon Books in 1981, is a significant historical work that sheds light on the experiences of slavery in Cuba. Edited by Edward J. Mullen, this edition presents the poignant writings of Manzano, a Cuban slave who became a notable poet. The book was first published in 1981 by Archon Books, an imprint of The Shoe String Press, in Hamden, Connecticut. It includes an introduction and translation by R.R. Madden, providing context to Manzano's original 19th-century writings. This edition is particularly valuable for its comprehensive presentation of Manzano's life and literary contributions. The book is in good condition with a dust jacket showing minor wear. It is an ex-library copy, with stamps indicating its previous home in the Denver Public Library. This edition is a crucial resource for those interested in Cuban history and literature, offering a unique perspective on the lived experiences of slaves in the 1800s.