Our Artist in Cuba, Peru, Spain and Algiers Leaves from The Sketch-Book of a Traveller, 1864-1868

"Our Artist in Cuba, Peru, Spain and Algiers" by George Washington Carleton is a travel story from the 1860s that brings together funny stories and detailed looks at life in Cuba, Peru, Spain, and Algeria. The book is like a collection of snapshots from the author's journey, showing the different people, habits, and special things about each place he visits. Carleton writes about everything from busy city streets to interesting people he meets, using humor to make his stories come alive. Each part of the book gives you a clear picture of what it was like to be in these countries back then, showing the amazing variety and appeal of these far-off places.