| Author |
Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859 |
| Author |
Bonpland, Aimé, 1773-1858 |
| Translator |
Ross, Thomasina |
| Title |
Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sue Asscher
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| Summary |
"Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Years 1799-1804" by Alexander von Humboldt and Aimé Bonpland is a scientific travelogue published in the early 19th century. This work documents Humboldt and Bonpland's extensive explorations across the equatorial regions of South America, focusing on their observations of geography, climate, biodiversity, and indigenous cultures. At the start of the narrative, Humboldt provides a comprehensive description of the geographical features surrounding Lake Valencia, including its unique ecosystem, geological formations, and the effects of evaporation on water levels. He delves into discussions on the interactions between local flora and fauna, as well as the impact of agricultural practices on the landscape. The opening portion captures the rich biodiversity and vivid landscapes of the region while posing scientific queries regarding environmental changes, such as the retreat of lakes and the flow of rivers, setting the stage for Humboldt’s observations that intertwine scientific inquiry with personal reflection and appreciation for nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F2201: Latin America local history: South America. General
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| Subject |
South America -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels
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| Subject |
Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859 -- Travel -- South America
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| Subject |
Natural history -- South America
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| Subject |
Scientific expeditions
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7014 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 4, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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