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Love, George Thomas
1845
A Five Years' Residence in Buenos Ayres, During the years 1820 to 1825
Containing Remarks on the Country and Inhabitants; and a Visit to Colonia Del Sacramento
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"A Five Years' Residence in Buenos Ayres, During the years 1820 to 1825" by Love is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This book provides detailed observations of the geography, society, culture, and political landscape of Buenos Ayres during a transformative period in its history. The author offers insights into the local customs, inhabitants, and the evolving relationship between foreign settlers, particularly the British, and the native population. The opening of the work establishes that Love arrived in Buenos Ayres in October 1820, describing the initial impressions of the city and the state of its port, such as customs regulations and navigation issues. He discusses the importance of the city as a commercial hub and outlines the challenges faced by ships, including changing port regulations and the dangers of navigating the River Plate. Moreover, Love reflects on the local climate, health conditions, and daily life, setting a backdrop to the broader socio-political commentary that will unfold throughout the text. The introductory sections thus present a blend of practical observations and personal experiences, inviting readers to anticipate a narrative enriched with cross-cultural interactions and socio-economic analyses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Description and travel
Colonia del Sacramento (Uruguay) -- Description and travel
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - Other
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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