Working North From Patagonia Being The Narrative Of A Journey Earned On The Way Through South Americ

Working North From Patagonia is a travelogue written by Harry A. Franck, chronicling his journey through South America. The book is a detailed account of Franck's travels, which began in Patagonia and continued northward through Chile, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. As he traveled, Franck encountered a wide variety of people and cultures, including indigenous tribes, European colonizers, and other travelers. He also encountered a number of challenges, including difficult terrain, harsh weather, and political instability. Throughout the book, Franck provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered, as well as his own thoughts and reflections on his experiences. Working North From Patagonia is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and South American culture.1921. Illustrated with unusual photographs by the author, with a map showing the route. Contents: The South American Metropolis; On the Streets of Buenos Aires; Far and Wide on the Argentine Pampas; Over the Andes to Chile; Chilean Landscapes; Healthy Little Uruguay; Bumping Up to Rio; At Large in Rio de Janeiro; Brazil Past and Present; Manners and Customs of the Cariocas; Stranded in Rio; A Showman in Brazil; Adventures of an Advance Agent; Wandering in Minas Geraes; Northward to Bahia; Easternmost America; Thirsty North Brazil; Taking Edison to the Amazon; Up the Amazon to British Guiana; Struggling Down to Georgetown; Roaming the Three Guianas; and The Trackless Llanos of Venezuela.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.