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100 1 _aMarcoy, Paul,
_d1815-1888
245 1 0 _aSchetsen uit Peru :
_bDe Aarde en haar volken, Jaargang 1875
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
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 2015-07-30
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.
520 _a"Schetsen uit Peru" by Paul Marcoy is a travelogue written in the mid-19th century. The narrative describes the author's experiences and observations as he journeys through South America, particularly Peru, and delves into its landscapes, cultures, and people. The book likely captures both the natural beauty and the socio-cultural aspects of the region, offering readers a glimpse into a time when much of Peru was still relatively unexplored by outsiders. The opening of the book introduces the coastal town of Islay, setting the stage for Marcoy's adventure and detailing the natural landscape and atmosphere of the area. The author paints a vivid picture of the bay, its surrounding hills, and the stark beauty of the Peruvian coast. He describes the local people, the harbor, and their interactions as he embarks on a journey, including a significant meal shared aboard a ship with notable characters. This portion establishes the blend of excitement and trepidation that travelers often feel before embarking on an exploration of vast and unknown territories. Marcoy's narrative style is engaging, combining detailed description with personal anecdote, setting the tone for an immersive journey through Peru. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPeru -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49551
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