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100 1 _aHumboldt, Alexander von,
_d1769-1859
245 1 0 _aReise in die Aequinoctial-Gegenden des neuen Continents. Band 4.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-01-21
508 _aProduced by Ralf Stephan
520 _a"Reise in die Aequinoctial-Gegenden des neuen Continents. Band 4" by Alexander von Humboldt is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the geographical, botanical, and astronomical observations made during Humboldt's expeditions in South America, particularly focusing on the waterways that connect the Orinoco and Amazon river systems. The extensive details promised by Humboldt's meticulous investigation and rich descriptions appeal to readers interested in natural history, geography, and the vibrant ecosystems of the tropics. At the start of the text, Humboldt recounts the preparations for a river voyage along the Cassiquiare, a river connecting the Orinoco and Amazon, highlighting the challenges posed by the humid environment, which affects both his observations and the health of his traveling companions. He mentions the stunning landscape and diverse wildlife encountered along the journey, as well as technical observations aimed at mapping the waterways and measuring celestial phenomena. The narrative is interspersed with reflections on the geological formations, the complexities of navigation in the dense jungle, and anecdotes about local flora and fauna, all showcasing Humboldt's profound curiosity and scientific rigor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSouth America -- Description and travel
653 _aNatural history -- South America
700 1 _aHauff, Hermann,
_d1800-1865
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38638
999 _c79477
_d79477