Auteur: George Washington Carleton

George Washington Carleton was a respected 19th-century American publisher, editor, and writer known for his notable contribution to the literary landscape with works like “Our Artist in Cuba”. Carleton was born in the early 1830s and made significant strides in the publishing industry, establishing G.W. Carleton & Co., which later became Carleton, Publisher, and finally, in 1892, after his passing, was absorbed by Cassell Publishing. His company was responsible for publishing many influential authors of his time, including Mark Twain. “Our Artist in Cuba”, published in 1864, is characterized by its humorous and satirical observations of Cuban culture and politics during a tumultuous period in the island”s history. Carleton”s writing is imbued with the keen eye of a social commentator, reflecting the peculiarities of everyday life along with the broader socio-political context of the times. The book is suggestive of his larger body of work, which often aimed to provide readers with both entertainment and a critical perspective on socio-political issues. His distinctive literary style combines wit, irony, and a deep understanding of human behavior, making his contributions noteworthy in the annals of American literature. Though his personal life and the breadth of his works have garnered less attention than contemporaneous literary figures, Carleton”s role as a publisher and author remains an essential part of 19th-century American literary history.