Travels In Brazil V2 (1817)

By Henry Koster

Book Overview

Travels In Brazil V2 (1817) is a travelogue written by Henry Koster, an English naturalist and botanist, who visited Brazil in the early 19th century. The book is a detailed account of Koster's travels in Brazil, covering his experiences and observations of the country's people, culture, and natural environment. In this second volume of his travelogue, Koster focuses on his journey through the province of Minas Gerais, one of the richest and most populous regions in Brazil at the time. He describes the landscape, climate, and vegetation of the region, as well as its mining industry and the lives of its inhabitants. Koster's writing is characterized by his keen eye for detail and his scientific approach to documenting the flora and fauna of Brazil. He provides vivid descriptions of the various plants and animals he encounters on his journey, including rare and exotic species that were little known outside of Brazil at the time. Travels In Brazil V2 (1817) is not only a fascinating historical document, but also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural history of Brazil. Koster's work remains an important contribution to the study of Brazilian culture, geography, and biodiversity.In Two Volumes.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: 1165161095
• ISBN13: 9781165161096
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"