Industrial Cuba
Being a Study of Present Commercial and Industrial Conditions, with Suggestions as to the Opportunities Presented in the Island for American Capital, Enterprise, and LabourBy Robert P. Porter
Length11h 59m
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In "Industrial Cuba," Robert P. Porter presents a comprehensive examination of Cuba's industrial landscape post-revolution, utilizing a blend of meticulous research, in-depth interviews, and economic analysis. The book is characterized by its objective narrative style, seeking to disentangle the complexities of Cuba's transition from an agrarian economy to one marked by industrial aspirations. Porter contextualizes the transformation within broader global economic trends, illuminating the intricate interplay between government policies and entrepreneurial spirit in shaping the island's industrial fabric. His work serves as both a historical account and a critical evaluation of the successes and challenges faced in Cuba's industrial journey. Robert P. Porter, an esteemed economist and researcher, brings a wealth of knowledge to his exploration of Cuba'Äôs industrialization. His background in economic development and a keen interest in socialist economies inform his analysis, enabling him to navigate the multifaceted implications of industrial growth amidst political constraints. Porter's firsthand experiences and meticulous fieldwork in Cuba bolster his authority, making his arguments both credible and profound. "Industrial Cuba" is an essential read for scholars of Caribbean studies, economics, and political science, as well as for anyone interested in the dynamics of industrial transformation in a socialist context. Porter'Äôs balanced perspectives invite readers to critically engage with the complexities of Cuba'Äôs economic narrative, offering insights that are relevant far beyond the island.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length11 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER III POLITICAL FUTURE OF CUBA
20DENSITY OF POPULATION
2CHAPTER IV THE ENGLISH IN JAMAICA
21LA LUCHA OCTOBER, 21, 1896
3CHAPTER V THE AMERICANS IN SANTIAGO
22CHAPTER XII MUNICIPAL PROBLEMS IN HAVANA
4CHAPTER VI OUTLOOK IN CUBA FOR LABOUR
23CHAPTER XIII BANKS AND CURRENCY
5CHAPTER VII THE POPULATION OF CUBA
24CHAPTER XIV PAYMENT OF INSURGENT SOLDIERS
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6THE CUBANS
25CHAPTER XV REVENUE—CUSTOMS TARIFF
7“THE NEGROES
26CHAPTER XVI THE AMENDED CUBAN TARIFF—OFFICIAL: CUSTOMS TARIFF FOR PORTS IN CUBA FREE LIST
8CHAPTER VIII SANITARY WORK IN CUBA
27CHAPTER XVII REVENUE OF CUBA—INTERNAL TAXES
9CHAPTER IX CITIES AND TOWNS OF CUBA
28CHAPTER XVIII HOW THE REVENUE WAS SPENT
10CHAPTER X HAVANA
29CHAPTER XIX COMMERCE
11CHAPTER XI COLONEL WARING’S SANITARY REPORT
30CHAPTER XX SUGAR—HISTORY AND FUTURE OUTLOOK
12EXTRACTS FROM REPORT OF THE HAVANA YELLOW FEVER COMMISSION, 1879
31CHAPTER XXI TOBACCO
13TEMPERATURE
32CHAPTER XXII MINES AND MINING
14RAINFALL
33CHAPTER XXIII AGRICULTURE AND STOCK
15ANNUAL DEATHS IN HAVANA, 1870-79
34CHAPTER XXIV TIMBER AND FRUIT TREES
16GEOLOGICAL FORMATION
35CHAPTER XXV TRANSPORTATION
17THE CLEANSING OF THE HARBOUR
36CHAPTER XXVI NAVIGATION
18DRAINAGE
37CHAPTER XXVII EDUCATION AND RELIGION
19THE PAVING OF STREETS
38CHAPTER XXVIII A VISIT TO GENERAL GOMEZ
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