Puerto Rico Then and Now by Jorge Rigau (2009, Hardcover)

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Explore the enchanting Puerto Rico with Jorge Rigau's travel and history book "Puerto Rico Then and Now". This hardcover book measures 10 inches in length, 0.9 inches in height, and 11.2 inches in width, with a weight of 34.9 ounces and 144 pages. The book, which is published by Readerlink Distribution Services, LLC, features the beautiful country's museums, tours, points of interest, and more, making it an ideal reference for anyone interested in the Caribbean and West Indies region. The book is available in Spanish and English languages and was published in the year 2009. Like new only little folds and slight tear on slip cover. Perfect pages and hard cover.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherReaderlink Distribution Services, LLC
ISBN-101592239412
ISBN-139781592239412
eBay Product ID (ePID)71165183

Product Key Features

Book TitlePuerto Rico Then and Now
Number of Pages144 Pages
LanguageSpa,Eng
TopicCaribbean & West Indies, Museums, Tours, Points of Interest, Caribbean & West Indies / General
Publication Year2009
IllustratorYes
GenreTravel, History
AuthorJorge Rigau
Book SeriesThen and Now Thunder Bay Ser.
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight34.9 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width11.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-049110
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal972.95
SynopsisFor centuries, Puerto Rico has captured the hearts of sailors, soldiers and cruisers--including none other than Christopher Columbus who landed here back in 1493. Puerto Rico's colorful culture reflects her colorful past, blending together Spanish, African, and Amerindian influences. Known for its exotic exports, including sofrito, rum, coffee and Rita Moreno, Puerto Rico exudes old world charm. Experience this captivating Caribbean island for yourself in Puerto Rico Then & Now.Through pairs of past and present photographs, you'll see Puerto Rico's beloved landmarks like you've never seen them before., Known for its exotic exports, including sofrito, rum, coffee, and Rita Moreno, Puerto Rico exudes Old World charm. Experience this captivating Caribbean island in Puerto Rico Then and Now. Through pairs of past and present photographs, you'll see Puerto Rico's beloved landmarks like you've never seen them before. Puerto Rico is rich in colonial architecture--note the city walls, fortifications, cobblestone streets, hanging balconies, and plazas found throughout Old San Juan, Puerto Rico's distinctive, historical center. Tour La Fortaleza, which once housed Puerto Rico's stores of gold and silver. Over the years, it survived an attack by Sir Francis Drake, earthquakes, tsunamis, and many hurricanes. Today, La Fortaleza is the governor's mansion--the world's oldest such residence in continuous use. Visit Casa Blanca, the ancestral home of Juan Ponce de Leon, Puerto Rico's first governor. The Ponce de Leon family lived here for more than 250 years; today its patio and gardens are highlights of the Casa Blanca museum. Revisit the beloved Castillo Vald z, built by the founders of Cerveceria India--one of Puerto Rico's favorite breweries. Legend has it that Se or Vald z passed out cold beers to locals when the Castillo was demolished to make way for a modern Hilton hotel., Known for its exotic exports, including sofrito, rum, coffee, and Rita Moreno, Puerto Rico exudes Old World charm. Experience this captivating Caribbean island inPuerto Rico Then and Now.Through pairs of past and present photographs, you'll see Puerto Rico's beloved landmarks like you've never seen them before. Puerto Rico is rich in colonial architecture-note the city walls, fortifications, cobblestone streets, hanging balconies, and plazas found throughout Old San Juan, Puerto Rico's distinctive, historical center. Tour La Fortaleza, which once housed Puerto Rico's stores of gold and silver. Over the years, it survived an attack by Sir Francis Drake, earthquakes, tsunamis, and many hurricanes. Today, La Fortaleza is the governor's mansion-the world's oldest such residence in continuous use. Visit Casa Blanca, the ancestral home of Juan Ponce de Leon, Puerto Rico's first governor. The Ponce de Leon family lived here for more than 250 years; today its patio and gardens are highlights of the Casa Blanca museum. Revisit the beloved Castillo Valdéz, built by the founders of Cerveceria India-one of Puerto Rico's favorite breweries. Legend has it that Señor Valdéz passed out cold beers to locals when the Castillo was demolished to make way for a modern Hilton hotel.
LC Classification NumberF1965.3.R54 2009

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