02552cam a22003493u 4500 45848 UtSlPG 20260610134043.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 10013159 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F2201 Zahm, J. A. (John Augustine), 1851-1921 Up the Orinoco and down the Magdalena Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-05-31 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Up the Orinoco and Down the Magdalena" by H. J. Mozans is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This work documents the author's journey to the lesser-known regions of Venezuela and Colombia, exploring the historical context of the area and the legacy of the conquistadores, intertwined with the author's personal reflections on nature and adventure. The idea of tracing the paths of early explorers serves as a backdrop to an exploration of both the geographical beauty and the rich history of the lands bordering the Caribbean. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for an adventurous exploration by introducing the author's desire to escape the harsh winter of New York for a more serene, tropical environment. Drawn by the allure of the early Spanish explorers, the author contemplates a journey through regions imbued with tales of adventure and discovery. He reflects on the past with a sense of wonder and nostalgia, revealing the romantic appeal of lands filled with natural beauty and historical significance. The initial chapter hints at both the potential perils and the enchanting experiences awaiting him on his expedition to a world far removed from the bustling modernity he leaves behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Colombia -- Description and travel Venezuela -- Description and travel Orinoco River (Venezuela and Colombia) Magdalena River (Colombia) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45848 86687 86687