The Rio De La Plata (1875)

The Rio De La Plata is a book written by Henry Honeychurch Gorringe and published in 1875. The book is a detailed account of Gorringe's exploration of the Rio de la Plata, a large estuary located between Argentina and Uruguay. Gorringe was an American naval officer and explorer who undertook this expedition in the 1870s.The book provides a comprehensive description of the geography, topography, and natural history of the Rio de la Plata region. Gorringe describes the various ports, towns, and settlements along the river, as well as the flora, fauna, and geology of the area. He also provides an account of the people and cultures of the region, including the indigenous tribes and the European settlers.The Rio de la Plata was an important commercial and strategic waterway in the 19th century, and Gorringe's exploration and description of the region was significant for its contribution to the understanding of the area. The book is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the geography, culture, and history of the Rio de la Plata region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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.