Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the author's journey across the Isthmus of Panama in the late 1840s, capturing the region's beauty and exploring its historical and cultural significance during an important era of transition for South America. The author provides a fascinating account of the region's unique geography, with its towering peaks, dense forests, and abundant wildlife standing in stark contrast to the rapidly changing political and social landscape. The author astutely observes the impact of the Californian Gold Rush, with its influx of fortune-seekers and the resulting economic and cultural shifts. The vivid descriptions of the author's challenging encounters along the journey offer a glimpse into the hardships of travel and the resilience of both humans and animals. Ultimately, this book not only captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Isthmus of Panama but also offers a profound reflection on the transformative power of human ambition in shaping the fate of both individuals and nations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330329610_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330329610
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330329610
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)