Publisher's Synopsis
Recollections of an Ill-Fated Expedition to the Headwaters of the Madeira River in Brazil is a book written by Neville B. Craig. The book is a personal account of Craig's experiences during his ill-fated expedition to the headwaters of the Madeira River in Brazil. The expedition was undertaken in the early 20th century with the aim of exploring the region and collecting specimens of flora and fauna. However, the expedition was beset by a series of disasters, including disease, accidents, and attacks by indigenous tribes. Craig provides a vivid and detailed account of the challenges the expedition faced, as well as the personalities and relationships of the members of the team. The book is an intriguing and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the challenges faced by early explorers.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.