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2014-01-18
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Stephens, Henry
1883
Journeys and Experiences in Argentina, Paraguay, and Chile
Including a Side Trip to the Source of the Paraguay River in the State of Matto Grosso, Brazil, and a Journey Across the Andes to the Rio Tambo in Peru
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"Journeys and Experiences in Argentina, Paraguay, and Chile" by Henry Stephens is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's explorations and encounters in South America, specifically focusing on the cultures, landscapes, and social dynamics of Argentina, Paraguay, and Chile, as well as a side trip to Brazil. Readers can expect an intimate and detailed narrative filled with observations and reflections on the places visited and the people met along the way. At the start of this travelogue, Stephens shares his initial experiences in Montevideo, Uruguay, including an anecdote about mistakenly boarding a rowboat after missing the boat's departure. His narrative is vivid, describing the city's atmosphere, the landscape of the harbor, and a humorous, tension-filled encounter with dubious boatmen. The tone is conversational and filled with personal reflections, painting a lively picture of Montevideo's culture, its port activity, and the peculiar characters encountered. This opening lays the groundwork for a journey filled with the exploration of South American cities and their unique intricacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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South America -- Description and travel
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