• Home
  • Browse All Audiobooks
    • All US Titles
    • All UK Titles
    • All CA Titles
    • All AU Titles
    • All FR Titles
    • All DE Titles
  • Codes Redeem Center
  • Buy Title/Membership Codes
  • FAQs
  • Send Note To Us
0 items / $0
Login / Register
Sign inCreate an Account

Lost your password?
AudibleOne - Premium Audiobooks Listening Platform
Menu
Login / Register
HomeAll US Titles The Andes and the Amazon
Previous product
South African Memories
South African Memories $0
Back to products
Next product
The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat
The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat $0

The Andes and the Amazon

$0

Author By James Orton

  • Description
Description

Description

By: James Orton (1830-1877)

In “The Andes and the Amazon,” James Orton provides readers with a captivating glimpse into the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes of South America. With meticulous attention to detail, Orton documents his exploration of the region, vividly describing the unique flora and fauna he encounters along the way.

Orton’s writing is both informative and engaging, as he seamlessly weaves together scientific observations with personal anecdotes from his time spent in the field. His passion for the natural world is evident on every page, and readers will come away with a newfound appreciation for the fragile ecosystems of the Andes and the Amazon.

One of the standout features of the book is Orton’s stunning photography, which perfectly complements his vivid descriptions of the landscapes he encounters. From towering mountains to dense rainforests, each image is a testament to the beauty and diversity of South America’s wilderness.

Overall, “The Andes and the Amazon” is a must-read for anyone with an interest in the natural world. Orton’s expert blend of science and storytelling makes for a truly immersive reading experience, transporting readers to the heart of one of the world’s most awe-inspiring regions.

Book Description:
This book, with the subtitle “Across the Continent of South America” describes the scientific expedion of 1867 to the equatorial Andes and the Amazon. The route was from Guayaquil to Quito, over the Cordillera, through the forest to Napo, and, finally, on the Rio Napo to Pebas on the Maranon.

Besides this record, the expedition – under the auspices of the Smithsonian Institute – collected samples of rocks and plants, and numerous specimen of animals. The scientists also compiled a vocabulary of local languages and produced a new map of equatorial America.

James Orton (1830 – 1877) was Professor in Natural History in Vassar College, and corresponding member of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia.

Related products

Close

The Clue of the Twisted Candle (Version 2)

All US Titles
$0
Close

Short Ghost and Horror Collection 046

All US Titles
$0
Close

On the Witness Stand: Essays on Psychology and Crime

All US Titles
$0
Close

Dispatches from the Ruhr

All US Titles
$0
Close

The Aeroplane in War

All US Titles
$0
Close

1000 Things Worth Knowing

All US Titles
$0
Close

Songs of Innocence and Experience

All US Titles
$0
Close

In the Heart of the Rockies

All US Titles
$0
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
Copyrights 2025 AUDIBLE ONE | All Rights Reserved
  • Codes Redeem Center
  • Buy Title/Membership Codes
  • Browse All US Titles
  • Browse All UK Titles
  • Browse All CA Titles
  • Browse All AU Titles
  • Browse All FR Titles
  • Browse All DE Titles
  • FAQs
  • Send Note To Us
  • Login / Register

Sign in

close

Lost your password?

No account yet?

Create an Account