The River Sea

The Amazon in History, Myth, and Legend

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• Marshall De Bruhl

Parameter

• 242 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Reisen & Wandern
• Sachliteratur
• Wissenschaft

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The narrative spans from the historical exploits of Vicente Pinzon, the Spanish seafarer who discovered the Amazon River, to modern-day environmental activists like Sister Dorothy Stang and Chico Mendes. It highlights the courage and dedication of individuals who fought to protect the rain forest, often at the ultimate cost. Through their stories, the book emphasizes themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the ongoing struggle for environmental preservation.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2011
• Einband: Paperback