The Cruise Of The Tomas Barrera

The Cruise Of The Tomas Barrera

John B. Henderson / John BHenderson

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
Materia
La Tierra: historia natural general
ISBN:
9780548315859
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The Cruise of the Tomas Barrera is a non-fiction book that tells the story of a scientific expedition to Western Cuba and the Colorados Reefs. Written by John B. Henderson, the book is a detailed account of the voyage of the Tomas Barrera, a steamship that was used to transport the scientists, their equipment, and their supplies.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the expedition. The first chapter provides an introduction to the voyage and the crew, while the second chapter describes the ship and its equipment. The following chapters explore the various scientific disciplines that were represented on the expedition, including botany, geology, and zoology.Throughout the book, Henderson provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna that the scientists encountered on their journey. He also includes photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the places and creatures that he describes.The Cruise of the Tomas Barrera is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in science, exploration, and the natural world. It offers a unique glimpse into the work of early 20th-century scientists and their efforts to understand the world around them.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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