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Title: Reis naar Yucatan
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1886

Note: Many of the photographs after which the woodcuts are made after can be seen at http: //www.amphilsoc.org/library/mole/a/abbot.htm

Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team

Summary: "Reis naar Yucatan" by Désiré Charnay is a travelogue and historical account written during the late 19th century. This work chronicles the author's explorations of the Yucatan Peninsula, focusing on the remnants of ancient civilizations and the cultural history of the region prior to European conquest. Charnay aims to unravel the mysteries of the Mayan civilization, providing insights into their architecture, customs, and the impact of Spanish colonization on indigenous populations. The opening of the work sets the stage for the journey, beginning with the arrival of Charnay and his party in Progreso, the modern harbor of Yucatan. The narrative includes vivid descriptions of the landscape, the ancient ruins, and the challenges faced in navigating the region. Charnay reflects on historical accounts of early explorers and the significance of Yucatan—which was noted for its unique geography devoid of rivers and characterized by its limestone bedrock. As he introduces the journey into the interior, he notes various historical observations regarding the Mayas and their interactions with the Spanish, emphasizing the intricate details of their civilization and the ruins that serve as a testament to their past. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of exploration and scholarly inquiry into the rich history of the ancient Americas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Charnay, Désiré, 1828-1915

EBook No.: 13346

Published: Sep 1, 2004

Downloads: 46

Language: Dutch

Subject: Yucatán (Mexico : State) -- Description and travel

LoCC: North America local history: Mexico

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Reis naar Yucatan
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1886

Note: Many of the photographs after which the woodcuts are made after can be seen at http: //www.amphilsoc.org/library/mole/a/abbot.htm

Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team

Summary: "Reis naar Yucatan" by Désiré Charnay is a travelogue and historical account written during the late 19th century. This work chronicles the author's explorations of the Yucatan Peninsula, focusing on the remnants of ancient civilizations and the cultural history of the region prior to European conquest. Charnay aims to unravel the mysteries of the Mayan civilization, providing insights into their architecture, customs, and the impact of Spanish colonization on indigenous populations. The opening of the work sets the stage for the journey, beginning with the arrival of Charnay and his party in Progreso, the modern harbor of Yucatan. The narrative includes vivid descriptions of the landscape, the ancient ruins, and the challenges faced in navigating the region. Charnay reflects on historical accounts of early explorers and the significance of Yucatan—which was noted for its unique geography devoid of rivers and characterized by its limestone bedrock. As he introduces the journey into the interior, he notes various historical observations regarding the Mayas and their interactions with the Spanish, emphasizing the intricate details of their civilization and the ruins that serve as a testament to their past. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of exploration and scholarly inquiry into the rich history of the ancient Americas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Charnay, Désiré, 1828-1915

EBook No.: 13346

Published: Sep 1, 2004

Downloads: 46

Language: Dutch

Subject: Yucatán (Mexico : State) -- Description and travel

LoCC: North America local history: Mexico

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.