Through the Brazilian Wilderness

Through the Brazilian Wilderness is a captivating travelogue written by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. The book chronicles his journey through the Brazilian rainforest in 1913, during which he explored the uncharted territories of the Amazon Basin. Roosevelt's adventure was a dangerous one, as he encountered several obstacles such as treacherous rapids, hostile tribes, and deadly wildlife. However, he was determined to discover new species of flora and fauna, and to document the region's natural beauty. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing Roosevelt's experiences in different parts of the rainforest. He describes the lush vegetation, the exotic animals he encounters, and the native people he meets along the way. Roosevelt also provides insights into the history and politics of Brazil, as well as his own personal reflections on the journey. Overall, Through the Brazilian Wilderness is a fascinating account of one man's quest to explore one of the world's most mysterious and unexplored regions. Roosevelt's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone interested in adventure, nature, and history.1925. This volume contains Roosevelt�������s account of a zoogeographic reconnaissance through the Brazilian hinterland. The official and proper title of the expedition is: Expedicao Scientifica Roosevelt-Rondon. Contents: The Start; Up the Paraguay; A Jaguar-Hunt on the Taquary; The Headwaters of the Paraguay; Up the River of Tapirs; Through the Highland Wilderness of Western Brazil; With a Mule-Train Across Nhambiquara Land; The River of Doubt; Down an Unknown River into the Equatorial Forest; and To the Amazon and Home; Zoological and Geographical Results of the Expedition. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.