Social Problems In Puerto Rico (1917)

By Fred K. Fleagle

Book Overview

Social Problems In Puerto Rico is a book written by Fred K. Fleagle and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the social issues faced by Puerto Rico during the early 20th century. Fleagle covers a wide range of topics including poverty, education, healthcare, and labor conditions. He also explores the historical and cultural factors that contributed to the development of these problems.The book begins with an overview of Puerto Rico's history, examining the impact of Spanish colonization, the American occupation, and the island's political status. Fleagle then delves into the social and economic conditions that existed in Puerto Rico at the time of his writing. He discusses the impact of poverty on the island's inhabitants, including the lack of access to basic necessities such as food, shelter, and healthcare.Fleagle also addresses the issue of education in Puerto Rico, highlighting the challenges faced by the island's school system. He examines the role of religion in education, the lack of resources available to schools, and the impact of poverty on student achievement.In addition, the book explores the labor conditions in Puerto Rico, including the prevalence of low-wage jobs and the exploitation of workers. Fleagle examines the role of American corporations in the island's economy and the impact of their presence on the island's workforce.Overall, Social Problems In Puerto Rico is a seminal work in the field of Puerto Rican studies. It provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the social issues faced by the island during the early 20th century and sheds light on the historical and cultural factors that contributed to their development.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165500647
• ISBN13: 9781165500642
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"