Through the Heart of Patagonia by H. Hesketh-Prichard
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| Author | Hesketh-Prichard, H. (Hesketh), 1876-1922 |
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| Illustrator | Millais, John Guille, 1865-1931 |
| Title | Through the Heart of Patagonia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Through the Heart of Patagonia" by H. Hesketh Prichard is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This adventurous narrative follows the author's expedition into the largely uncharted regions of Patagonia, aiming to explore its unique wildlife and the native Tehuelche Indians while searching for the possible survival of the prehistoric Mylodon. The book combines vivid descriptions of the landscape with reflections on the diverse cultures encountered. The opening of the book sets the stage for this thrilling journey, offering insights into the motivations behind the expedition. Prichard introduces Patagonia as a land filled with mystery, describing its vast emptiness and challenging geography. He outlines his initial lack of evidence for the existence of the Mylodon and the difficulties faced during the expedition, including the contrasting experiences of the rugged Patagonian landscapes and the life of the gauchos. This introduction establishes a foundation for the adventures and discoveries that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2801: Latin America local history: Argentina |
| Subject | Indians of South America -- Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) |
| Subject | Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Natural history -- Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) |
| Subject | Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) -- Discovery and exploration -- British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43366 |
| Release Date | Jul 31, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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