Vagabonding down the Andes by Harry Alverson Franck

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Author Franck, Harry Alverson, 1881-1962
LoC No. 17025452
Title Vagabonding down the Andes
Being the Narrative of a Journey, Chiefly Afoot, from Panama to Buenos Aires
Note Illustrated with photographs by the author.
Note Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Vagabonding Down the Andes" by Harry A. Franck is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author's extensive journey through South America, specifically focusing on his experiences traveling primarily on foot along the ancient paths of the Andes, from Panama to Buenos Aires. Franck seeks to deeply understand the lives of common people in this diverse region rather than merely brushing the surface of tourist attractions. The opening of the narrative introduces Franck and his companion, Leo Hays, as they embark on their journey, braving the chaotic environment of Cartagena and gradually moving deeper into Colombia. They are immediately confronted with both the cultural and physical challenges of their adventure, including the stark contrast between their Canal Zone uniforms and the local populace's attire. Through humor and observation, Franck sets the tone for the travelogue, capturing the complexities of engaging with the unfamiliar while hinting at the rich tapestry of experiences that await as they continue their exploration of the Andes and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F2201: Latin America local history: South America. General
Subject South America -- Description and travel
Subject Andes -- Description and travel
Category Text
EBook-No. 56673
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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