Nieuw-Guinee en de exploratie der "Meervlakte" by Langeler and Doorman

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Author Langeler, J. W.
Author Doorman, L. A. C. M.
Title Nieuw-Guinee en de exploratie der "Meervlakte"
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1918
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Summary "Nieuw-Guinee en de exploratie der 'Meervlakte'" by Langeler and Doorman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work documents the exploration of New Guinea, focusing primarily on the challenges faced by explorers as they seek to map and understand the region's geography, peoples, and ecosystem. The book covers historical expeditions and introduces the key figures involved in these explorations, offering a detailed picture of the era's exploration efforts. The opening of the book provides an introduction to the history of New Guinea, emphasizing its discovery and subsequent exploration attempts by various European powers. It recounts the difficulties encountered by Dutch explorers, including hostile encounters with local populations and threats from diseases like malaria. The narrative also details the establishment of various exploration detachments by the Dutch government, outlining their goals in mapping the interior of the island and documenting its geography, flora, and fauna. It further highlights key expeditions, the setting of the initial camps, and the early efforts to engage with local communities, setting the stage for a comprehensive examination of the challenges and discoveries made in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas)
Subject Papua (Indonesia) -- Discovery and exploration
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EBook-No. 20167
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Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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