Excerpt from Honduras: The Land of Great Depths; With Map and Portraits
Nevertheless, the purpose of the book is less to entertain the casual reader than to supply practical information to a vast number of per sons Who contemplate seeking their fortunes in Honduras, and Who desire to become ao quainted first With some of its customs.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the late 19th-century world of Honduras, a land brimming with both natural beauty and untapped potential. The author, a seasoned traveler, takes the reader on an engaging journey through the country's rugged landscapes, its bustling mining camps, and its vibrant cities, all the while sharing insightful observations about the Honduran people and their way of life. He paints a vivid picture of a land in transition, poised between its traditional agricultural roots and the promise of newfound wealth from its rich mineral deposits. The book delves into the history of Honduran mining, exploring the discovery of silver and the rise of the Rosario Mine as a symbol of modern industrialization. Through the author's detailed descriptions, we experience the charm of colonial towns like Tegucigalpa, where the echoes of Spanish rule still linger, and the dynamism of mining settlements, where progress and tradition collide. This work offers a rare and valuable window into a bygone era, capturing the essence of a nation striving to define its own identity in the face of rapid change. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332601424_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332601424
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332601424
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