Due South: Or Cuba Past And Present (1885)

By Maturin Murray Ballou

Book Overview

Due South: Or Cuba Past And Present is a book written by Maturin M. Ballou in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive description of the island of Cuba, its history, and its people. The author, who was a well-known travel writer and journalist, spent several months in Cuba exploring the island and gathering information for the book.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Cuba. The first chapter provides a brief overview of the island's history, including its colonization by the Spanish and its struggle for independence. The subsequent chapters delve into the island's geography, climate, flora, and fauna.The author also provides a detailed account of the Cuban people, their customs, and their way of life. He describes the various ethnic groups that make up the Cuban population and their contributions to the island's culture. He also writes about the Cuban economy, including its agriculture, mining, and trade.Throughout the book, the author shares his impressions of Cuba, its people, and its culture. He describes the island's natural beauty and its vibrant cities, as well as the challenges that the Cuban people face. He also discusses the political situation in Cuba at the time, including the ongoing struggle for independence.Overall, Due South: Or Cuba Past And Present is a fascinating account of Cuba in the late 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the island's history, culture, and people, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cuba or travel writing.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164625500
• ISBN13: 9781164625506
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"