02356cam a22003133u 4500 70075 UtSlPG 20260610134624.0 m cr n 260607r20231853utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QK Wallace, Alfred Russel, 1823-1913 Palm trees of the Amazon and their uses Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-02-19 Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Palm Trees of the Amazon and Their Uses" by Alfred Russel Wallace is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the diverse species of palm trees found in the Amazon region and their various applications in local cultures. The book presents detailed observations on palm plants gathered during Wallace's travels through the Amazon and its tributaries, providing valuable insights into both botanical characteristics and indigenous uses. The opening of the work begins with a preface in which Wallace describes his fascination with the Amazon's rich vegetation, particularly the beauty and variety of the palm species he encountered. He notes the difficulty in distinguishing between different species based on external characteristics and outlines his methods of observation, which included creating accurate sketches. Wallace emphasizes the significance of palms in the lives of local indigenous populations, citing their essential roles in daily needs, from construction materials to food sources. Overall, the introduction sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the palms, their botanical features, and cultural relevance throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: J. Van Voorst, 1853 Palms -- Amazon River Valley https://archive.org/details/palmtreesofamazo00wall https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70075 110821 110821