02721cam a22003613u 4500 47063 UtSlPG 20260610134100.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 10017539 UtSlPG de iso639-1 F2351 Kappler, A. (August), 1815-1887 Sechs Jahre in Surinam : Bilder aus dem militärischen Leben dieser Colonie und Skizzen zur Kenntniss seiner socialen und naturwissenschaftlichen Verhältnisse 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 2014-10-06 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This transcription was produced from images generously made available by Bayerische Staatsbibliothek / Bavarian State Library.) "Sechs Jahre in Surinam" by A. Kappler is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work documents the author's personal experiences and observations during a six-year military service in Surinam, focusing on the social and natural conditions of the colony, including the issues surrounding slavery. The narrative unfolds through the lens of the author’s journey, detailing his recruitment in Amsterdam, his arduous passage to the colony, and his early impressions of life in the tropics. The opening of the text details the protagonist's departure from his native town in search of fortune and adventure, which leads him to enlist in the Dutch Colonial troops. It describes the contrasts between his previous life and the new military lifestyle he encounters in Harderwyk, where he undergoes initial training. As he sets sail for Surinam, the author conveys a mix of excitement and apprehension while sharing vivid descriptions of ship life and the challenges faced during the voyage. Upon arrival, he reflects on the harsh realities of his new surroundings, hinting at the broader themes of colonial life, natural beauty, and the grim presence of slavery that will be explored throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Suriname -- Description and travel Kappler, A. (August), 1815-1887 -- Travels -- Suriname Netherlands. Koninklijke Landmacht -- Biography Naturalists -- Germany -- Biography Natural history -- Suriname https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47063 87902 87902