02221cam a22003013u 4500 9995 UtSlPG 20260610133238.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1951 George, Marian Minnie, 1865- Little Journey to Puerto Rico : For Intermediate and Upper Grades Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-02-01 Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders "A Little Journey to Puerto Rico" by Marian M. George is an educational travelogue intended for intermediate and upper-grade students, likely written in the early 20th century. The text invites young readers to explore Puerto Rico, one of the "New Possessions" of the United States, providing insightful information about its geography, climate, history, and culture. It encourages readers to engage with the island both through imagination and planned visits, discussing the customs of the people and providing practical travel advice. The opening of the book sets the stage for a conceptual journey to Puerto Rico, answering questions about its recent acquisition by the United States and stimulating curiosity about the island. George introduces Puerto Rico’s dimensions, geography, and favorable climate, as well as its rich history that dates back to Christopher Columbus's discovery. The narrative describes the landscape, including its mountainous terrain, vegetation, and the economic activities of its inhabitants. The text provides foundational knowledge to facilitate understanding of Puerto Rico's cultural and historical context, preparing readers for an imaginative experience of the island's sights, sounds, and daily life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Puerto Rico -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9995 51616 51616