Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 3 by Stedman

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Author Stedman, John Gabriel, 1744-1797
Title Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 3
Note Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Jeroen Hellingman with help of the distributed proofreaders team
Summary "Reize naar Surinamen en door de binnenste gedeelten van Guiana — Deel 3" by Stedman is a historical account likely written during the late 18th century. The book details Captain John Gabriel Stedman's explorations and military campaigns in Suriname and the interior regions of Guiana, particularly focusing on his encounters with indigenous peoples and their struggles against colonial forces. The opening of this third part introduces the reader to scenes of conflict and the harsh realities faced by both soldiers and local populations. It begins with a description of the rebellious enslaved individuals and their resistance, followed by vivid descriptions of the oppressive conditions experienced by both the military and indigenous populations. Stedman recounts specific incidents, including skirmishes and the challenges of navigating through dense, perilous jungles, while also reflecting on the various insects and wildlife that complicate life in this environment. His observations provide insights into the cultural practices of the enslaved people and the dynamics of power in colonial society. The stage is set for further exploration into the complexities of 18th-century life in the Guianas, from warfare to ecology, establishing a backdrop of tension and survival. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class F2351: Latin America local history: Guiana
Subject Slavery -- Suriname
Subject Suriname -- Description and travel
Subject Suriname -- History -- To 1814
Category Text
EBook-No. 8098
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 25, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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