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100 1 _aZahm, J. A.
_q(John Augustine),
_d1851-1921
245 1 0 _aUp the Orinoco and down the Magdalena
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-05-31
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aColombia -- Description and travel
653 _aVenezuela -- Description and travel
653 _aOrinoco River (Venezuela and Colombia)
653 _aMagdalena River (Colombia)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45848
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