Incidents Of A Collector's Rambles In Australia, New Zealand, And New Guinea (1889) - Sherman Foote Denton - Bog

Incidents Of A Collector�������s Rambles In Australia, New Zealand, And New Guinea is a travelogue written by Sherman Foote Denton in 1889. Denton was an American naturalist and collector who traveled extensively throughout the Pacific region. This book is a detailed account of his travels in Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea, where he collected specimens of birds, reptiles, and other animals for museums and private collectors.The book begins with Denton's journey to Australia, where he spent several months exploring the country's wildlife and landscapes. He then traveled to New Zealand, where he continued his collecting activities and also had the opportunity to meet with Maori tribes and learn about their culture. Finally, Denton visited New Guinea, where he encountered a variety of exotic animals and had some harrowing adventures.Throughout the book, Denton provides vivid descriptions of the places he visited and the people and animals he encountered. He also shares his observations on the natural history of the region, including the behavior and habits of various species. The book is illustrated with numerous drawings and photographs of the animals and landscapes Denton encountered.Incidents Of A Collector�������s Rambles In Australia, New Zealand, And New Guinea is an engaging and informative travelogue that provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history and cultures of the Pacific region in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration, natural history, or Pacific cultures.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.