The Shadows of Havana

The Shadows of Havana

Walker Evans and Ernest Hemingway, Cuba, 1933 Havana —A city torn by violence, ripe for revolution. Photographer Walker Evans embarks on a perilous journey to Cuba to document the horrors of Machado's brutal regime. Guided by a savvy local journalist, Evans is plunged into the shadowy world of rebellion and political intrigue. When their quest for truth puts them in the crosshairs of the ruthless Secret Police, the men form an unlikely partnership with Ernest Hemingway . Together, they risk their lives to ensure the damning images are seen by the world. Based on actual events, this incredible story of courage and friendship remained a secret for 70 years! What others are saying about Craig Pennington's novel: " Pennington...tells a damned exciting story..." David Beckwith, The Key West Citizen "Pennington has imagined a fresh tale of interest to fans of Hemingway and those interested in Cuban political history...I commend Pennington for a creative mixture of fact and fiction." The Historical Novel Society "I highly recommend this book...a rousing tale of intrigue and adventure." Brian Gordon Sinclair, author of The Hemingway Monologues "...when it comes to storytelling, Pennington delivers." James L. Nelson, author of The Norsemen Saga "Craig Pennington has done it again…I thoroughly enjoyed it!" Philip Greene, Hemingway historian and author of To Have and Have Another: A Hemingway Cocktail Companion