9781330136898 - Panama, Past and Present (Classic Reprint) de Bishop, Farnham (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a thrilling journey through the history of the Isthmus of Panama, exploring its geographical features, its rich natural world, and the numerous attempts to conquer its challenges and connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The author delves into the early voyages of Christopher Columbus, his desperate search for the elusive strait, and the subsequent Spanish attempts to colonize the region, highlighting the brutal realities of their quest for gold and dominance. We learn of the brave explorers who sought a passage through the Isthmus, the treacherous terrain they faced, and the clash between European ambition and the indigenous populations who inhabited this land. The book weaves together history, geography, and adventure, offering a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in the exploration and exploitation of the Americas. It underscores the enduring allure of the Isthmus of Panama as a strategic gateway, foreshadowing its eventual role as the site of one of the world's most ambitious engineering feats. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.