This book investigates the evolution and thematic concerns of Cuban literature in the period following the 1959 Revolution. Andrew Salkey, an established author and critic with extensive knowledge of Caribbean literature, analyzes the socio-political landscape's impact on literary production. The work examines how writers navigated censorship, ideological shifts, and the challenges of nation-building, exploring the diverse voices and styles that emerged.

Andrew Salkey's work is recognized for its detailed scholarship on Cuban literary history. The book is likely to be considered a valuable resource for academics and students of Latin American literature and cultural studies. Its focus on the post-revolutionary period offers a critical lens through which to understand the complexities of Cuban artistic expression.