Porto Rico: Its History, Products and Possibilities

** "Porto Rico: Its History, Products and Possibilities" by A. D. Hall explores the story of Porto Rico, from its discovery by Columbus and early colonial times to its transition to American possession. The book emphasizes Porto Rico’s value, often misunderstood compared to Cuba, and studies its historical importance and future chances. It gives a careful account of the native people, describing their culture, their problems with the Spanish colonizers, and how conquest and colonization destroyed their population due to violence and mistreatment. The book sets the backdrop for exploring the island's geography, economy, and culture as it begins an era under American rule. **