Stories by "one of the Harlem Renaissance's most original writers . . . Gothic surrealism that fascinates and repels with the intensity of a sunstroke" (David Levering Lewis, Pulitzer Prize–winning author).The only published work by Caribbean-born author Eric Walrond, Tropic Death was acclaimed by Langston Hughes for its "hard poetic beauty." After having lived in Panama at one point during his early years, Walrond considered himself a spiritual native of ...

Welcome to the vibrant world of Eric Walrond's "Tropic Death," a collection of mesmerizing stories that transport readers to the heart of the Caribbean with vivid imagery and rich storytelling. Prepare to be captivated by the beauty, complexity, and contradictions of life in the tropics.Explore the lush landscapes and vibrant cultures of the Caribbean through Walrond's evocative prose and keen observations. From the bustling streets of Kingston to the tranquil shores of Barbados,...

"Set in the Caribbean, Panama, the U.S., and England, [Walrond’s] fiction captures the experiences of working-class peoples, often migrants, as they confront the depredations of colonialism, racial prejudice, and economic exploitation. . . . A significant and fascinating collection."--African American Review "Brings together a number of interesting pieces of fiction and non-fiction by this Guyana-born, Barbados- and Panama-bred author."--New West Indian Guide "Forms part of a gradual rehab...

Eric Walrond (1898–1966) was a writer, journalist, caustic critic, and fixture of 1920s Harlem. His short story collection, Tropic Death, was one of the first efforts by a black author to depict Caribbean lives and voices in American fiction. Restoring Walrond to his proper place as a luminary of the Harlem Renaissance, this biography situates Tropic Death within the author's broader corpus and positions the work as a catalyst and driving force behind the New Negro litera...

Tropic Death by Eric Walrond is a compelling collection of short stories that offers a vivid portrayal of life in the Caribbean, particularly focusing on the experiences of Afro-Caribbean communities. Published in 1926, this groundbreaking work is notable for its exploration of themes such as colonialism, racial identity, and the struggles of the working class in a tropical setting.The stories in Tropic Death are set against the backdrop of the Caribbean's...

A literary portrayal of Caribbean life and hardship.

A literary portrayal of Caribbean life and hardship.

The ten essays in this volume employ a variety of literary, cultural and sociological approaches to illuminate the art and imagination of a writer celebrated as one of the most complex authors of the Harlem Renaissance.

Tropic Death is a collection of short stories written by Eric D. Walrond, a Guyanese-American writer and journalist. First published in 1926, this work is recognized as a significant contribution to African American and Caribbean literature. Walrond's stories delve into the lives of people in the Caribbean and offer a nuanced exploration of cultural, social, and racial dynamics.