Porto Rico: The Land of the Rich Port


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Puerto Rico was acquired by the United States in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. This volume was written in 1903 as Book XII in the series “The World and Its Peoples.” The series was intended for young people, but this work would be fun listening for those of any age interested in what Puerto Rico was like in the early 20th century. Intended to familiarize people in the U.S. with their new territory, topics include the island’s people, geography, climate, flora, fauna, and schools. There is also some coverage of Puerto Rican history and the new government established under U.S. rule. (Summary by Verla Viera) (4 hr 40 min)

Chapitres

Preface 4:48 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter I: The Island Outlines 11:19 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter II: Odd Sights in Porto Rico 16:54 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter III: The People - Their Home life 11:06 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter IV: The People - Their Recreations 9:54 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter V: Mountains, Plains, and Caves 14:12 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter VI: Rivers and Soil 13:45 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter VII: Climate, Rainfall, Hurricanes 13:54 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter VIII: The Three Great Staples 20:31 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter IX: Other Tropical Plants 12:44 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter X: Forests and Minerals 11:03 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XI: Animals, Insects, and Fish 10:57 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XII: The Cities of the Coast 22:58 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XIII: Inland Towns 13:15 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XIV: Roads 10:58 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XV: The First American Census 7:33 Lu par Verla Viera
Chapter XVI: The Schools of Porto Rico 15:46 Lu par Richard Stibbard
Chapter XVII: Money and the Exchange of Coin 6:09 Lu par Richard Stibbard
Chapter XVIII: In Possession of the Island 8:41 Lu par Richard Stibbard
Chapter XIX: Setting up the New Government 16:55 Lu par Richard Stibbard
Chapter XX: The Early Inhabitants 13:21 Lu par Matt Stiner
Chapter XXI: Historical Sketch 8:44 Lu par Richard Stibbard
Chapter XXII: Relics of the War with Spain 4:57 Lu par Richard Stibbard