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The Illustrated Memoir Of An Eventful Expedition Into Central America (1860) is a travelogue written by John Lloyd Stephens. The book is an account of his journey into the heart of Central America, where he explored the ancient ruins of Mayan civilization. The memoir is accompanied by a series of illustrations that depict the ruins, landscapes, and people that Stephens encountered on his journey. The book begins with Stephens' departure from New York City and his arrival in Belize. From there, he travels through the jungles and mountains of Central America, visiting ancient cities such as Cop�����n, Palenque, and Tikal. He describes in detail the architecture, art, and culture of these ancient Mayan cities, giving readers a glimpse into the lives of the people who once lived there. Stephens also provides insights into the political and social conditions of Central America during his time. He describes the struggles of the local people against the Spanish colonizers and the impact of European imperialism on the region. Throughout the book, Stephens reflects on the beauty and mystery of the Mayan ruins and the significance of their cultural heritage. The Illustrated Memoir Of An Eventful Expedition Into Central America (1860) is a fascinating account of one man's journey into the heart of an ancient civilization. It provides readers with a unique perspective on the history and culture of Central America and the enduring legacy of the Mayan people.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781166012403
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 54
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x3 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 86 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 9. december 2024

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The Illustrated Memoir Of An Eventful Expedition Into Central America (1860) is a travelogue written by John Lloyd Stephens. The book is an account of his journey into the heart of Central America, where he explored the ancient ruins of Mayan civilization. The memoir is accompanied by a series of illustrations that depict the ruins, landscapes, and people that Stephens encountered on his journey. The book begins with Stephens' departure from New York City and his arrival in Belize. From there, he travels through the jungles and mountains of Central America, visiting ancient cities such as Cop�����n, Palenque, and Tikal. He describes in detail the architecture, art, and culture of these ancient Mayan cities, giving readers a glimpse into the lives of the people who once lived there. Stephens also provides insights into the political and social conditions of Central America during his time. He describes the struggles of the local people against the Spanish colonizers and the impact of European imperialism on the region. Throughout the book, Stephens reflects on the beauty and mystery of the Mayan ruins and the significance of their cultural heritage. The Illustrated Memoir Of An Eventful Expedition Into Central America (1860) is a fascinating account of one man's journey into the heart of an ancient civilization. It provides readers with a unique perspective on the history and culture of Central America and the enduring legacy of the Mayan people.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.

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