The History of Cuba, vol. 3 by Willis Fletcher Johnson
"The History of Cuba, vol. 3" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume focuses on the revolutionary era in Cuba, detailing the political and economic conditions that fueled the quest for independence from Spanish rule. It emphasizes the discontent among the Cuban populace due to oppressive governance and the complexities involved in the revolutionary movements led by figures such as Narciso Lopez. The
opening of the text outlines the dire conditions faced by Cuba under Spanish rule, characterizing the period as one rife with exploitation and misgovernment. The narrative presents a detailed overview of Cuba's economic backwardness, the burdensome tax system, and the lack of personal liberties experienced by the Creole population. It sets the stage for the revolutionary movements, particularly highlighting the ambitions of Narciso Lopez, who aimed to liberate Cuba from oppressive Spanish governance. The author provides a vivid context of the political climate, outlining the social dynamics that led to a growing desire among Cubans for freedom and self-determination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Johnson, Willis Fletcher, 1857-1931 |
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| Title | The History of Cuba, vol. 3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Chuck Greif, Broward County Library and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1751: History of the Americas: West Indies. Cuba |
| Subject | Cuba -- History |
| Subject | Cuba -- Economic conditions |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38139 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 157 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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