Die Philippinen und ihre Bewohner : Sechs Skizzen

"Die Philippinen und ihre Bewohner" by C. Semper is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work provides a series of sketches based on lectures about the geography, history, and natural conditions of the Philippines, including insights into its people and their inte...

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Main Author: Semper, C. 1832-1893
Other Authors: Karsten, Gustav, 1820-1900
Format: eBook
Published: Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008
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Online Access:https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24820
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520 |a "Die Philippinen und ihre Bewohner" by C. Semper is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work provides a series of sketches based on lectures about the geography, history, and natural conditions of the Philippines, including insights into its people and their interactions with the environment. The author likely aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the archipelago's unique features and challenges. The opening of the book introduces the geographical layout of the Philippines, detailing its major islands and their topographical features, particularly focusing on the volcanic activity that shapes the landscape. Semper describes various volcanoes, including Serangani, Davao, and Taal, while emphasizing the natural disasters that can devastate the region, such as earthquakes, cholera, and volcanic eruptions. The chapter sets a detailed tone for examining the dynamic relationship between the islands’ natural phenomena and the lives of their inhabitants, establishing a foundational understanding of the complexities that define Philippine life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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