A Thousand Miles' Walk Across South America (1869) - Nathaniel Bishop Holmes

A Thousand Miles' Walk Across South America is a travelogue written by Nathaniel Holmes Bishop, an American journalist and adventurer. The book chronicles Bishop's journey on foot, as he trekked across the continent of South America, covering a distance of over 1,000 miles. The journey took him through the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rainforest, and the pampas of Argentina. Bishop's account of his travels is a fascinating and detailed description of the people, places, and cultures he encountered along the way. He writes about the challenges he faced, such as navigating treacherous terrain, dealing with hostile indigenous tribes, and surviving in the wilderness. He also shares his observations on the flora and fauna of the region, as well as the social and political issues of the time.The book provides a valuable insight into South America during the mid-19th century, a time of great change and upheaval. Bishop's vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and their customs, make this a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, or South American history.With An Introduction.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.

EAN: 9781437311402