Publisher's Synopsis
""A Little Journey to Cuba and Porto Rico"" is a travelogue written by Marian M. George. The book takes the reader on a journey through the Caribbean islands of Cuba and Puerto Rico. Through vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures of these islands, the author provides a unique and captivating perspective on these fascinating destinations. The book is filled with interesting historical and cultural facts, as well as personal anecdotes and observations. Whether you are planning a trip to Cuba and Puerto Rico or simply interested in learning more about these beautiful islands, ""A Little Journey to Cuba and Porto Rico"" is a must-read.Not more than one seventh of the 850,000 people in Puerto Rico can read or write. Only one child in twelve, between the ages of six and sixteen, attends school. In 1897, of 125,000 children of school age, only about 28,000 attended school--about 19,000 boys and 9,000 girls.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
