Travels In Peru During The Years 1838-1842: On The Coast, In The Sierra, Across The Cordilleras And The Andes, Into The Primeval Forests (1854)

By Johann Jakob von Tschudi

Book Overview

Travels In Peru During The Years 1838-1842 is a travelogue written by J.J. Von Tschudi, chronicling his journey through Peru from the years 1838 to 1842. The book is divided into four sections, each detailing his travels in different regions of the country. In the first section, Von Tschudi writes about his experiences on the coast of Peru, including his observations of the local flora and fauna, as well as the customs and traditions of the people he encountered. In the second section, he travels to the Sierra, or highlands, where he explores the cities and towns of the region, including the ancient Inca capital of Cusco. The third section of the book details Von Tschudi's journey across the Cordilleras and the Andes, where he encounters indigenous communities and documents their way of life. Finally, in the fourth section, he ventures into the primeval forests of Peru, where he studies the unique flora and fauna of the region, including the famous rubber trees.Throughout the book, Von Tschudi provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters, as well as his own personal experiences and reflections. The book is considered an important historical document, offering insight into Peru during a time of great change and transformation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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: 1163949604
• ISBN13: 9781163949603
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"