History of Cuba; or, Notes of a Traveller in the Tropics by Maturin M. Ballou
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"History of Cuba; or, Notes of a Traveller in the Tropics" by Maturin M. Ballou is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work combines the author’s firsthand observations during his travels to Cuba with an exploration of the island's political and historical context from its discovery to the contemporary era of the author's visit. The text delves into the rich and often tumultuous history of Cuba, discussing its colonial
past, native inhabitants, and the underlying political tensions between Cuba and Spain." "The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Cuba’s early history, beginning with its discovery by Christopher Columbus and the subsequent colonization by the Spanish. Ballou describes the native population's initial interactions with the Spaniards and the harsh realities of colonization, including the introduction of the slave trade and the oppression of the indigenous people. It outlines how Spain’s governance has evolved, marked by unique characters such as Velasquez and later captain-generals, while hinting at the brewing discontent among the Cubans. The author’s journalistic style and personal narratives contribute to a vibrant portrayal of the island, inviting readers to further investigate Cuba's complex identity and the conditions leading to its political strife." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray), 1820-1895 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02009615 |
| Title |
History of Cuba; or, Notes of a Traveller in the Tropics Being a Political, Historical, and Statistical Account of the Island, from its First Discovery to the Present Time |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller, Jane Hyland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1751: History of the Americas: West Indies. Cuba |
| Subject | Cuba -- History |
| Subject | Cuba -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32812 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32812-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 611 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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