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1950s Cuban writer's desk in Havana with typewriter and colonial view. Artistic illustration.

Culture Feb 12, 2026 4 min read

Alejo Carpentier and Lo Real Maravilloso: Cuba's Literary Giant

Life and legacy of Alejo Carpentier, father of the marvelous real and key figure of the Latin American boom. His work transformed world literature.

Classic Cuban literature books stacked on a wooden table in Old Havana. Image: AI-generated

Products Feb 12, 2026 5 min read

Cuban Books: 12 Essential Works of Cuban Literature You Must Read

Discover the must-read Cuban books from José Martí to Leonardo Padura. A guide to essential Cuban literature and where to buy them.