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LoC No.: 10013159

Title: Up the Orinoco and down the Magdalena

Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously
made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "Up the Orinoco and Down the Magdalena" by H. J. Mozans is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This work documents the author's journey to the lesser-known regions of Venezuela and Colombia, exploring the historical context of the area and the legacy of the conquistadores, intertwined with the author's personal reflections on nature and adventure. The idea of tracing the paths of early explorers serves as a backdrop to an exploration of both the geographical beauty and the rich history of the lands bordering the Caribbean. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an adventurous exploration by introducing the author's desire to escape the harsh winter of New York for a more serene, tropical environment. Drawn by the allure of the early Spanish explorers, the author contemplates a journey through regions imbued with tales of adventure and discovery. He reflects on the past with a sense of wonder and nostalgia, revealing the romantic appeal of lands filled with natural beauty and historical significance. The initial chapter hints at both the potential perils and the enchanting experiences awaiting him on his expedition to a world far removed from the bustling modernity he leaves behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Zahm, J. A. (John Augustine), 1851-1921

EBook No.: 45848

Published: May 31, 2014

Downloads: 250

Language: English

Subject: Colombia -- Description and travel

Subject: Venezuela -- Description and travel

Subject: Orinoco River (Venezuela and Colombia)

Subject: Magdalena River (Colombia)

LoCC: Latin America local history: South America. General

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 10013159

Title: Up the Orinoco and down the Magdalena

Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously
made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "Up the Orinoco and Down the Magdalena" by H. J. Mozans is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This work documents the author's journey to the lesser-known regions of Venezuela and Colombia, exploring the historical context of the area and the legacy of the conquistadores, intertwined with the author's personal reflections on nature and adventure. The idea of tracing the paths of early explorers serves as a backdrop to an exploration of both the geographical beauty and the rich history of the lands bordering the Caribbean. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an adventurous exploration by introducing the author's desire to escape the harsh winter of New York for a more serene, tropical environment. Drawn by the allure of the early Spanish explorers, the author contemplates a journey through regions imbued with tales of adventure and discovery. He reflects on the past with a sense of wonder and nostalgia, revealing the romantic appeal of lands filled with natural beauty and historical significance. The initial chapter hints at both the potential perils and the enchanting experiences awaiting him on his expedition to a world far removed from the bustling modernity he leaves behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Zahm, J. A. (John Augustine), 1851-1921

EBook No.: 45848

Published: May 31, 2014

Downloads: 250

Language: English

Subject: Colombia -- Description and travel

Subject: Venezuela -- Description and travel

Subject: Orinoco River (Venezuela and Colombia)

Subject: Magdalena River (Colombia)

LoCC: Latin America local history: South America. General

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.