Travels And Adventures Of An Orchid Hunter: An Account Of Canoe And Camp Life In Colombia, While Collecting Orchids In The Northern Andes

Travels and adventures of an orchid hunter: An account of canoe and camp life in Colombia, while collecting orchids in the northern Andes

by Albert Millican

Albert Millican's 'Travels and Adventures of an Orchid Hunter' recounts his expeditions into the Colombian Andes in the late 19th century. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of orchid collecting during this period, detailing the challenges of navigating dense jungles, the diversity of flora and fauna encountered, and the cultural encounters with indigenous peoples. Millican's account reflects the attitudes of the time, with a somewhat romanticized view of European superiority and a casual approach to the dangers faced by his native assistants. While the book captures the allure of the natural world, it also reveals the destructive impact of orchid hunting, highlighting the unsustainable practices of the time.

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