Life And Nature Under The Tropics: Or Sketches Of Travels Among The Andes, And On The Orinoco, Rio Negro, And Amazons (1871)
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ISBN10: 1104261723
ISBN13: 9781104261726
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 2 2009
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104261726
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 2 2009
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Life And Nature Under The Tropics is a travelogue written by Henry Morris Myers, originally published in 1871. The book is a collection of sketches and observations made by the author during his travels through the Andes, as well as on the Orinoco, Rio Negro, and Amazons rivers. The author describes the flora and fauna of the region in detail, as well as the customs and traditions of the indigenous people he encounters. He also provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, including the impact of European colonization on the region.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the author's travels. The first chapter introduces the reader to the Andes, while subsequent chapters delve into the author's experiences on the various rivers. Throughout the book, the author's love for nature and his appreciation for the beauty of the tropics shines through. His vivid descriptions of the landscapes, plants, and animals he encounters transport the reader to the heart of the Amazon rainforest.Overall, Life And Nature Under The Tropics is a fascinating account of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the natural and cultural wonders of South America in the 19th century.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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Life and nature under the tropics: or, Sketches of travels among the Andes, and on the Orinoco, Rio Negro, and Amazons
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Life And Nature Under The Tropics: Or Sketches Of Travels Among The Andes, And On The Orinoco, Rio Negro, And Amazons (1871)
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