Peru as It Is, Volume 1 (of 2) by Archibald Smith
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"Peru as It Is, Volume 1" by Archibald Smith is a detailed geographical and sociocultural account of Peru written in the early 19th century. The text focuses on the author's experiences and observations made during over ten years of residence in the Peruvian capital of Lima and surrounding areas, exploring various physical and social aspects of the country. At the start of the narrative, Smith outlines the geographical boundaries of Peru and
describes the distinct climate of its coastal regions, characterized by a bounty of arid landscapes alongside vibrant valleys. He shares insights into the effects of the climate on both flora and fauna—including the enervating impact on the local populace—and makes keen observations about the day-to-day lives of various social classes in Lima. The initial chapters provide a foundation for understanding the complexities of life in Peru, addressing topics from the weather and agricultural practices to the cultural practices and beliefs surrounding health, dietary habits, and local customs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Archibald, 1798-1870 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Peru as It Is, Volume 1 (of 2) A Residence in Lima, and Other Parts of the Peruvian Republic, Comprising an Account of the Social and Physical Features of That Country |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by HathiTrust Digital Library (www.hathitrust.org/) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F3401: Latin America local history: Peru |
| Subject | Peru -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59062 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59062-2 |
| Release Date | Mar 15, 2019 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 244 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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