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Burton's account offers a vivid portrayal of his experiences in war-torn Paraguay during the conflict involving Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay in 1864. Acting as a war correspondent, he provides insightful observations of the battlefield and the surrounding chaos. The introductory essay enhances the narrative with a deep analysis of the war's implications and context, making it not only a travelogue but also a critical examination of the political and social landscape of the time.
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Letters from the Battle-Fields of Paraguay, Richard F. Burton
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- 2003
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- Title
- Letters from the Battle-Fields of Paraguay
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard F. Burton
- Publisher
- University Press of the Pacific
- Publisher
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 512
- ISBN13
- 9781410204486
- Category
- History, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Burton's account offers a vivid portrayal of his experiences in war-torn Paraguay during the conflict involving Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay in 1864. Acting as a war correspondent, he provides insightful observations of the battlefield and the surrounding chaos. The introductory essay enhances the narrative with a deep analysis of the war's implications and context, making it not only a travelogue but also a critical examination of the political and social landscape of the time.