02333cam a22003013u 4500 62513 UtSlPG 20260610134436.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F2351 Clementi, Cecil, Mrs., 1889-1970 Through British Guiana to the summit of Roraima Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-06-28 Produced by MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Through British Guiana to the Summit of Roraima" by Mrs. Cecil Clementi is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the author's journey through the largely unexplored interior of British Guiana, focusing particularly on the spectacular landscapes and natural wonders encountered, including the famous Mount Roraima. The book aims to highlight the beauty and potential of this neglected land while providing insights into the challenges faced during such explorations. At the start of the book, the author describes the initial impressions of British Guiana, specifically the somber, flat coastal areas along the Demerara River. Despite the dreary surroundings, she expresses a longing for adventure in the unexplored wilderness and the call of the wild. After two years in Georgetown, she and her husband set off on an expedition to explore the interior, their goal being Mount Roraima, a destination shrouded in mystery. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of the landscape, as well as reflections on the local flora, fauna, and the unique challenges posed by the tropical environment. The beginning of the journey sets the stage for a tale of exploration and the allure of untouched nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Guyana -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62513 103337 103337