Publisher's Synopsis
Wanderings In South America is a travelogue written by Charles Waterton, an English naturalist and explorer who traveled extensively throughout South America in the early 19th century. The book is a collection of Waterton's observations and experiences during his travels, which took him from the tropical rainforests of Guyana to the high Andes of Peru.Throughout the book, Waterton describes the people, animals, and landscapes he encounters on his journey, offering detailed descriptions of the flora and fauna of the region as well as his own thoughts and reflections on the places he visits. He also recounts his adventures, including a harrowing encounter with a jaguar and a perilous journey up a treacherous mountain pass.In addition to his travelogue, Waterton includes a number of scientific observations and theories, drawing on his background as a naturalist to discuss topics such as the habits of birds, the medicinal properties of plants, and the geological formations of the region.Overall, Wanderings In South America provides a vivid and engaging account of one man's travels through a fascinating and often challenging part of the world, offering readers a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of South America as well as the mind of a curious and adventurous explorer.Reader, throw a veil over thy recollection for a little while, and forget the cruel, unjust and unmerited censures thou hast heard against an unoffending order. This palace was once the Jesuits' college, and originally built by those charitable fathers. Ask the aged and respectable inhabitants of Pernambuco, and they will tell thee that the destruction of the Society of Jesus was a terrible disaster to the public, and its consequences severely felt to the present day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
