Abrégé de l'Histoire Générale des Voyages (Tome 4) by Jean-François de La Harpe
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| Author | La Harpe, Jean-François de, 1739-1803 |
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| Title | Abrégé de l'Histoire Générale des Voyages (Tome 4) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Abrégé de l'Histoire Générale des Voyages (Tome 4)" by Jean-François de La Harpe is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work explores the natural history and geography of Africa, focusing particularly on regions such as the Cape of Good Hope, the Hottentots, and Monomotapa. The narrative likely aims to provide insights into the wildlife, culture, and resources of these areas through detailed descriptions. At the start of the tome, the author discusses the climate, flora, and fauna of the Cape of Good Hope. He elaborates on the seasonal changes, the characteristics of local water sources, and the agricultural practices of the inhabitants, particularly the Hottentots. The text details various wild animals found in the area, including elephants, rhinoceroses, lions, and unique species like the suricate and oryctérope. Through vivid descriptions, La Harpe presents an intricate picture of the region's natural environment and the interactions between European settlers and indigenous populations, setting the stage for further exploration of Africa's diverse landscapes and societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38257 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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