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Author Boddam-Whetham, J. W. (John Whetham), 1843-1918
LoC No. 05010119
Title Roraima and British Guiana, With a Glance at Bermuda, the West Indies, and the Spanish Main
Note Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Roraima and British Guiana" by J. W. Boddam-Whetham is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book explores the author's adventurous journey through Roraima, British Guiana, and surrounding regions like Bermuda and the West Indies, reflecting on the mysteries and marvels of these lands. It delves into various landscapes, cultures, and observations, showcasing a personal quest for discovery in an often-overlooked part of the world. At the start of the narrative, the author expresses a deep longing to explore Roraima after being inspired by a magazine article about its wonders. He recounts his preparations for the journey and the serendipity of joining a government expedition to Roraima, positioning himself amidst a backdrop of adventure and botanical curiosity. As he begins his travels aboard the steamer ‘Canima’ to Bermuda, he vividly captures the challenges of the voyage, the weather changes, and the initial impressions of Bermuda’s landscape and colonial life, suggesting themes of exploration and appreciation for the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F2351: Latin America local history: Guiana
Subject Guyana -- Description and travel
Subject Antilles, Lesser -- Description and travel
Subject Roraima, Mount
Category Text
EBook-No. 64461
Release Date
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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