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Peru In The Guano Age

Peru In The Guano Age

Alexander James Duffield

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia
ISBN:
9781437059052
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''Peru In The Guano Age'' is a book written by Alexander James Duffield in 1877. The book provides a short account of Duffield’s recent visit to the guano deposits in Peru during the Guano Age. Guano, a natural fertilizer made from bird droppings, was a valuable commodity during this time and Peru was one of the world’s largest producers. Duffield’s book provides a detailed description of the guano deposits, the process of mining and exporting guano, and the impact it had on the economy of Peru. He also discusses the history of guano production in Peru, including the conflicts and controversies surrounding its ownership and distribution.In addition to the topic of guano, Duffield also provides insights into the culture and society of Peru during this time period. He describes the people he met, their customs and traditions, and the landscape and climate of the country.Overall, ''Peru In The Guano Age'' is a fascinating historical account of a unique period in Peru’s history and the global economy. It provides readers with a glimpse into the world of guano production and its impact on the people and culture of Peru.With Some Reflections On The Money They Have Produced And The Uses To Which It Has Been Applied.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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