02681cam a22003733u 4500 72737 UtSlPG 20260610134700.0 m cr n 260607r20241770utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 F1001 Kalm, Pehr, 1716-1779 Travels into North America, Volume 3 (of 3) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-01-17 Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Travels into North America, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Pehr Kalm is a scientific travelogue written in the mid-18th century. This volume details Kalm's observations and experiences as he traverses North America, focusing on its natural history, agriculture, and the customs and manners of its inhabitants. The author's keen interest in botany and ecology is evident as he documents various plant species and their applications, as well as the societal structures of the colonies he visits. The opening of the book sets the stage for Kalm's journey, beginning with a detailed description of the geography and climate of the areas he explores. He recounts his struggles with the harsh elements while navigating rivers and mountains, including his encounters with local flora and fauna. Kalm interacts with different communities, particularly the French and Native Americans, sharing insights into their ways of life, agriculture practices, and even medical remedies. His observations are complemented by his reflections on how the physical environment shapes the experiences of the people living there, hinting at a broader commentary on the interaction between society and nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Warrington / London: William Eyres, 1770 Scientific expeditions United States -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 Natural history -- United States Canada -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 Natural history -- Canada Forster, Johann Reinhold, 1729-1798 https://archive.org/details/travelsintonorth01kalm https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72737 113462 113462