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Published in 1824, this two-volume English translation covers Spix and Martius's Brazilian expedition up to May 1818. As well as discussing the region's natural history, the work provides a valuable contemporary account of indigenous peoples and their customs, including observations on agriculture and industry.

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Dedication; Translator's preface; Part I: 1. Preparation for the expedition; 2. Departure from Triest; 3. Stay at Gibraltar, and in the vicinity; 4. Voyage across the Atlantic Ocean; Part II: 1. Stay in Rio de Janeiro; 2. Excursions in the environs of Rio de Janeiro; 3. Journey from Rio de Janeiro, to the city of S. Paulo.

Travels in Brazil in the Years 1817 1820

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    A Paperback by Johann Baptist von Spix, C. F. P. von Martius, H. E. Lloyd

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 8/29/2013 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781108063814, 978-1108063814
      ISBN10: 1108063810

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Published in 1824, this two-volume English translation covers Spix and Martius's Brazilian expedition up to May 1818. As well as discussing the region's natural history, the work provides a valuable contemporary account of indigenous peoples and their customs, including observations on agriculture and industry.

      Table of Contents
      Dedication; Translator's preface; Part I: 1. Preparation for the expedition; 2. Departure from Triest; 3. Stay at Gibraltar, and in the vicinity; 4. Voyage across the Atlantic Ocean; Part II: 1. Stay in Rio de Janeiro; 2. Excursions in the environs of Rio de Janeiro; 3. Journey from Rio de Janeiro, to the city of S. Paulo.

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