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Cuba and Her People of To-day An account of the history and progress of the island previous to its independence; a description of its physical features; a study of its people; and, in particular, an examination of its present political conditions, its industries, natural resources, and prospects; together with information and suggestions designed to aid the prospective investor or settler

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Cuba and Her People of To-day An account of the history and progress of the island previous to its independence; a description of its physical features; a study of its people; and, in particular, an examination of its present political conditions, its industries, natural resources, and prospects; together with information and suggestions designed to aid the prospective investor or settler

by C. H. Forbes-Lindsay

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Cuba and Her People of To-day An account of the history and progress of the island previous to its independence; a description of its physical features; a study of its people; and, in particular, an examination of its present political conditions, its industries, natural resources, and prospects; together with information and suggestions designed to aid the prospective investor or settler

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CUBA AND HER PEOPLE OF TO-DAY

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PREFACE

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

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CUBA AND HER PEOPLE OF TO-DAY - CHAPTER I THE ISLAND OF CUBA

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CHAPTER II THE HISTORY OF CUBA

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CHAPTER III THE HISTORY OF CUBA (CONTINUED)

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CHAPTER IV CUBA IN TRANSITION

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CHAPTER V THE PEOPLE OF THE COUNTRY

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CHAPTER VI THE PEOPLE OF THE COUNTRY (CONTINUED)

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Spanning the island’s rugged mountains, fertile plains and bustling ports, this portrait of Cuba offers a concise yet thorough look at how geography has shaped its destiny. The first sections trace the island’s colonial past and recent march toward self‑government, while also describing the customs, demographics and daily life of its diverse population. Readers gain a clear sense of the political climate of the early 1910s, when American interest and immigration were beginning to leave a noticeable imprint.

Turning to the economy, the work surveys the principal sectors—sugar, tobacco, minerals and emerging agricultural ventures—detailing both established operations and untapped possibilities. Practical guidance is woven throughout, with observations on transportation routes, land availability and the outlook for foreign investment. Illustrated with original photographs and maps, the volume serves as a useful reference for anyone considering business, settlement, or simply a deeper understanding of Cuba at a moment of transition.

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Cuba and Her People of To-day An account of the history and progress of the island previous to its independence; a description of its physical features; a study of its people; and, in particular, an examination of its present political conditions, its industries, natural resources, and prospects; together with information and suggestions designed to aid the prospective investor or settler An account of the history and progress of the island previous to its independence; a description of its physical features; a study of its people; and, in particular, an examination of its present political conditions, its industries, natural resources, and prospects; together with information and suggestions designed to aid the prospective investor or settler

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en

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~6 hours (378K characters)

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Project Gutenberg

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Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

Jul 26, 2019

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Public domain in the USA.

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C. H. Forbes-Lindsay

b. 1860

A prolific early 20th-century writer and lecturer, he turned world events, travel, and biography into lively books for general readers. His work ranges from sweeping studies of India, Cuba, and Panama to popular lives of figures like Daniel Boone and Captain John Smith.

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