Land without chimneys; or, the byways of Mexico by Alfred Oscar Coffin
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"Land Without Chimneys; or, The Byways of Mexico" by Alfred Oscar Coffin is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This text presents a detailed exploration of Mexico, specifically focusing on the cultural, historical, and geographical aspects of the regions described. Through his observations, Coffin aims to provide insights into the lives of the Mexican people, their customs, and the landscape that characterizes their daily existence, including the interplay between ancient
ruins and modern life. At the start of the narrative, Coffin introduces the unique climate and geographical features of Mexico, particularly highlighting the lack of chimneys among its inhabitants, which reflects their warm climate and living conditions. He paints a vivid picture of the San Juan Valley and the city of Monterey, emphasizing the stark contrasts between the richness of the land's history, marked by the ruins of ancient civilizations, and the struggles of its present-day inhabitants. The opening portion sets the tone for a thoughtful and colorful depiction of Mexico, inviting readers to appreciate its complexities and marvel at the resilience of its people amidst cultural and historical shifts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Coffin, Alfred Oscar, 1861-1933 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 00000227 |
| Title | Land without chimneys; or, the byways of Mexico |
| Original Publication | United States: The Editor Publishing Co.,1898. |
| Credits | Mary Glenn Krause, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1201: North America local history: Mexico |
| Subject | Mexico -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68556 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-68556-4 |
| Release Date | Jul 18, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 681 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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