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| Author | Gaston, James McFadden, 1824-1903 |
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| LoC No. | 22019770 |
| Title | Hunting a home in Brazil : The agricultural resources and other characteristics of the country. Also, the manners and customs of the inhabitants |
| Original Publication | Philadelphia: King & Baird, 1867. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Summary | "Hunting a Home in Brazil" by J. McF. Gaston is a travelogue and exploration account written in the late 19th century. The book captures the author's observations and findings during his journey through Brazil, focusing particularly on the agricultural potential, climate, and the customs of its people. It serves as an informative guide for those considering relocation to Brazil, detailing the lands, resources, and experiences that the author encounters along his travels. The opening of the book sets the stage for the author's journey, beginning with his arrival in Rio de Janeiro after a voyage from New York. He describes the scenic views of the harbor and provides details about the city's prominent geographical features, like Sugar Loaf Mountain. The author shares his initial experiences in the city, such as exchanging currency, interacting with local merchants, and observing the vibrant market life. He notes the cultural differences he encounters and establishes his intent to explore Brazil's agricultural resources further, indicating his motivation to provide valuable insights for others interested in emigrating to Brazil. As he begins to mingle with locals and navigate the city's intricacies, the author sets the tone for an engaging exploration of both the physical landscape and the social fabric of Brazil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2501: Latin America local history: Brazil |
| Subject | Brazil -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74333 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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