The River Amazon: From Its Sources To The Sea (1914)

By Paul Fountain

Book Overview

The River Amazon: From Its Sources To The Sea is a historical book written by Paul Fountain in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Amazon River, its sources, and its journey to the sea. It is a detailed exploration of the geography, history, and culture of the region.Fountain begins by describing the sources of the Amazon River, which are found in the Andes Mountains of Peru. He then traces the river's path through Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela, detailing the various ecosystems and communities that the river passes through.The book also includes a wealth of information on the flora and fauna of the Amazon region, as well as the indigenous peoples who have lived there for centuries. Fountain provides a fascinating look at the customs and traditions of these peoples, as well as their struggles to maintain their way of life in the face of modernization and development.Throughout the book, Fountain weaves in historical and political context, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped the Amazon region over the centuries. He also addresses the environmental challenges facing the region, including deforestation, pollution, and climate change.Overall, The River Amazon: From Its Sources To The Sea is a rich and informative book that offers readers a comprehensive look at one of the world's most important and fascinating natural wonders.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165609614
• ISBN13: 9781165609611
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"