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Author Pitou, Louis Ange, 1767-1846
Title Voyage à Cayenne, dans les deux Amériques et chez les anthropophages (Vol. 2 de 2)
Note Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Voyage à Cayenne, dans les deux Amériques et chez les anthropophages" by L. A. Pitou is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The narrative captures the experiences of the author who was deported to Cayenne, detailing his observations of the unique customs, culture, and hardships faced by fellow exiles and the local populations. Themes of survival, suffering, and the critique of civilization versus savagery play a significant role in the work. The opening of this narrative sets the stage for an exploration of the author's journey from France to Cayenne, where he faces the horrors of exile and the dire conditions of life in a penal colony. Pitou describes the despair of fellow deportees, the treacherous environment of the Guyanese wilderness, and the interactions with various groups, including the Indigenous peoples and creole inhabitants. As he recounts his experiences, he shifts from documenting daily struggles to reflecting on broader philosophical questions about civilization, humanity, and the nature of existence under extreme adversity. The beginning emphasizes a blend of personal narrative and social commentary, promising a thought-provoking read for those interested in historical travelogues and colonial narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class F2351: Latin America local history: Guiana
Subject Crime -- France
Subject Exiles -- French Guiana -- Cayenne
Subject Cannibalism
Subject French Guiana -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 41124
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 22, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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