Peru as It Is, Volume 1 (of 2) A Residence in Lima, and Other Parts of the Peruvian Republic, Comprising an Account of the Social and Physical Features of That Country

"Peru as It Is, Volume 1" by Archibald Smith, gives readers a snapshot of life in early 19th-century Peru through the eyes of someone who lived there for over ten years. The book kicks off with a look at Peru's geography, focusing on the desert-like coast and the impact its climate has on plant life, animals, and even the energy levels of the people living there. Smith paints a picture of daily life in Lima, showing how different social classes lived, what they ate, and what customs they followed, all while giving a sense of what it felt like to live in this unique place and time, exploring the country's culture, society, and physical environment