Publisher's Synopsis
The Lost Steamer: A History Of The Amazon (1852) is a book written by Partridge and Oakey that tells the story of the Amazon River and its surrounding areas. The book focuses on the lost steamer, a ship that disappeared in the Amazon River in the mid-1800s. The authors provide a detailed account of the search for the lost ship and the challenges faced by the search party.The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Amazon River and its importance to the people of South America. It covers the discovery of the river by European explorers, the colonization of the region, and the impact of the rubber boom on the local economy.The Lost Steamer: A History Of The Amazon (1852) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of South America, the Amazon River, and the challenges faced by early explorers and settlers in the region. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the geography, ecology, and culture of the Amazon.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.
