02354cam a22003013u 4500 30130 UtSlPG 20260610133704.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1751 Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray), 1820-1895 Due South; or, Cuba Past and Present Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-09-29 Produced by Julia Miller, Ritu Aggarwal and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.) "Due South; or, Cuba Past and Present" by Maturin M. Ballou is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the author's observations during a voyage to the tropical regions, particularly focusing on Cuba, its people, culture, and political climate, while also highlighting the beauty of its landscape and flora. Ballou aims to present a comprehensive view of Cuba, intertwining his personal experiences with broader historical and social commentary. At the start of the book, the author recounts his departure from Boston amidst a snowstorm and his journey to Nassau, where he contrasts the cold northern climate with the tropical warmth he anticipates. He describes the enchanting beauty of the Bahama Islands, noting the diverse flora and fauna, and paints a vivid picture of the local atmosphere filled with colorful characters. Ballou reflects on the socioeconomic condition of the islands, mentioning the remnants of a once-thriving community, the influence of piracy, and the challenges the local population faces amidst political turmoil. This opening portion effectively sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Cuba, blending personal narrative with rich descriptions and social critique. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cuba https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30130 70978 70978