ISLAND IN THE SUN BY ALEC WAUGH

Island in the Sun by Alec Waugh (1955 First Edition, Published by Farrar, Straus and Cudahy, New York)

“Island in the Sun” by Alec Waugh is a captivating novel set on the fictional Caribbean island of Santa Marta, delving into themes of love, race, and political upheaval. This 1955 first edition, published by Farrar, Straus and Cudahy, vividly portrays the island’s vibrant culture and the complexities of colonial and post-colonial life. With its richly drawn characters and evocative storytelling, Waugh explores the social and emotional conflicts that define a changing world. A classic of mid-20th-century literature, this novel offers a compelling glimpse into a society at a crossroads.