"A Journey in Brazil" by Louis Agassiz and Elizabeth Cabot Cary Agassiz is a nonfiction travelogue that follows Professor Agassiz and his team as they explore Brazil to study its unique animal and plant life. The book blends the thrill of travel with detailed scientific observations, giving readers a peek into Brazil's natural beauty and culture in the 1800s. It starts by explaining why the expedition was necessary for Professor Agassiz's health and his deep interest in Brazilian wildlife, especially fish. Readers are introduced to the team, their boat journey from New York to Rio de Janeiro on the ship Colorado, and their research plans to collect samples and give lectures on science topics. The opening of the book creates a sense of adventure while highlighting the scientific goals that drive their journey across Brazil.
A Journey in Brazil
By Louis Agassiz
Embark on a 19th-century scientific adventure where a professor and his team journey to South America, seeking knowledge and discovery in the Amazon's unexplored depths.
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About the AuthorJean Louis Rodolphe Agassiz FRS (For) FRSE was a Swiss-born American biologist and geologist who is recognized as a scholar of Earth's natural history.
Jean Louis Rodolphe Agassiz FRS (For) FRSE was a Swiss-born American biologist and geologist who is recognized as a scholar of Earth's natural history.
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