| Author |
Waterton, Charles, 1782-1865 |
| Title |
Wanderings in South America
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| Credits |
Produced by Eric Eldred, Jerry Fairbanks, Charles Franks,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Wanderings in South America" by Charles Waterton is an exploratory narrative written in the early 19th century. The work details the author's travels in the largely untamed landscapes of South America, particularly focusing on his journey through what was then Dutch Guiana. The book likely serves not only as an account of his adventures but also emphasizes his keen observations of flora, fauna, and Native cultures he encounters along the way. The opening of the narrative begins with a preface in which Waterton expresses his modesty about the merit of his work, acknowledging it may face criticism but contains useful information for fellow explorers. He sets off on his first journey from the town of Stabroek in April 1812, with objectives including acquiring wourali poison and exploring the inland frontiers. Waterton vividly describes the challenging landscape, detailing the forests and rivers, along with the variety of wildlife. His reflections on nature indicate both admiration and a desire for deeper understanding, hinting at themes of discovery and the interaction between humans and the natural world. Through eloquent observations and a narrative that blends adventure with elements of natural history, he invites readers to perceive South America in its vibrant complexity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F2351: Latin America local history: Guiana
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| Subject |
Guyana -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Waterton, Charles, 1782-1865 -- Travel
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| Subject |
Zoology -- Guyana
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| Subject |
Pernambuco (Brazil) -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Antilles, Lesser -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8159 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 27, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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