Pérez Triana, Santiago 1858-1916 creator Cunninghame Graham, R. B. (Robert Bontine) 1852-1936 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Down the Orinoco in a Canoe" by Santiago Pérez Triana is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This account details the author's adventurous journey along the Orinoco River and explores his cultural observations and reflections on the lands he traverses. With a small group, including companions Alex and Fermin, the narrative unfolds as they embark on a quest that offers insights into both the natural beauty and the diverse societies of Colombia and Venezuela. At the start of the narrative, the author establishes a vivid scene: a moonlit night as he and his companions ride through the quiet, eerie landscape near Bogotá. Their thoughts drift back to memories of home while the writer describes the rural surroundings and the feelings of nostalgia that accompany their journey. The opening introduces the characters and sets the tone for their expedition down the Orinoco, illustrating their intention to reach the Atlantic Ocean while engaging with the sights and sounds of the vibrant landscapes they encounter. Through rich descriptions, the author reflects on their experiences, invoking themes of exploration and the connection to nature that will continue throughout their travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Spanish original: De Bogotá al Atlántico Release date is 2015-11-20 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Colombia -- Description and travel Venezuela -- Description and travel Orinoco River (Venezuela and Colombia) F2301 F2251 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50506 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50506 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134148.0 50506