Colombia: Its Present State, in Respect of Climate, Soil, Productions, Population, Government, Commerce, Revenue, Manufactures, Arts, Literature, ... Inducements to Emigration (Classic Reprint) Kindle Edition

A clear, 19th‑century snapshot of Colombia's climate, economy, and society—and what it meant for settlers and investors.This nonfiction work surveys Colombia’s present state in fields from climate and soil to population, government, commerce, and education. It also examines the inducements to emigration, offering practical analysis of where artisans and farmers might find opportunity and how capital and labor could best be organized in new settlements.- Insights into who might emigrate, including workers, artisans, and agricultural settlers- Comparisons of opportunities for crafts, trades, and farming in new lands- Guidance on how capital and labor can be combined for successful settlement- Observations on social character and regional differences that affect emigrationIdeal for readers of historical economic studies and anyone curious about early expectations for colonization and migration in the region. Read more