Explore Newfoundland in 1839–1840 through a detailed travelogue that blends rugged field travel with early natural history notes.
This volume follows a scientific survey along Avalon and Conception Bay, detailing cliff paths, services of rugged travel, and firsthand notes on local wildlife. It combines observations of coastlines, roads, and rural life with brief scientific explanations, offering a window into early field geology and natural history on the island.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the exploratory adventures of its author as he traverses the wilderness of Newfoundland in the mid-1800s. Serving as a naturalist and geologist, his observations provide scientific insight into the region's landscape and wildlife during a time when much of it remained uncharted. Beyond expeditions into the island's interior, the author mingles with locals, visiting farms, fishing villages, and more, to provide a detailed portrait of life in this corner of the British Empire. Rich with anecdotes, geological observations, and geographical descriptions, this book captures an intriguing moment in Newfoundland's history and offers a memorable account of the author's experiences and the natural world he encountered. 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 9781332614936_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-9781332614936
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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-9781332614936
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 366 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.76 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1332614930
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