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China To Peru Over The Andes: A Journey Through South America (1894)

China To Peru Over The Andes: A Journey Through South America (1894)

Vincent, Ethel Gwendoline Moffatt
Vincent, Howard

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ISBN10: 1166481735
ISBN13: 9781166481735
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
China to Peru Over the Andes: A Journey Through South America is a travelogue written by Ethel Gwendoline Moffatt Vincent, first published in 1894. The book is an account of her journey from China to Peru, through South America, covering a distance of over 15,000 miles. The book is divided into chapters, each of which describes a different part of the journey. Vincent begins by describing her voyage from Shanghai to San Francisco, and then travels through the United States and Mexico before reaching South America. She then travels through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina, describing the landscapes, people, and customs of each country.Vincent's journey takes her over the Andes Mountains, and she describes the challenges of traveling through such rugged terrain. She also writes about the different modes of transportation she used, including mules, horses, and trains. Throughout the book, Vincent provides insights into the cultures and societies she encounters, including the indigenous peoples of South America. She also writes about the political and economic conditions of the countries she visits, providing a glimpse into the social and political issues of the time.China to Peru Over the Andes is an engaging and informative travelogue that provides a unique perspective on South America in the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as for those interested in travel writing and adventure literature.With Reports And Letters On British Interests In Brazil, Argentina, Chili, Peru, Panama And Venezuela.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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