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Lost on the Orinoco; or, American boys in Venezuela

By Edward Stratemeyer
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Five American boys traveling with their academy professor journey from New York to Venezuela, visiting coastal towns, Lake Maracaibo and the mighty Orinoco while exploring plantations, mines and the wide llanos. Their travels mix sightseeing with practical lessons about coffee, cocoa and local industry and with outdoor pursuits such as camping and hunting. The party encounters storms, river squalls, jungle hazards and wild animals—including a perilous run-in with a boa-constrictor—and at one point becomes lost in the interior before overcoming dangers and reuniting to complete their expedition.

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Edward Stratemeyer

Edward Stratemeyer was an American author and publisher, best known for creating a number of popular children's book series in the early 20th century. He founded the Stratemeyer Syndicate, which produced series such as the "Hardy Boys" and "Nancy Drew," shaping the landscape of juvenile literature. Stratemeyer wrote under various pseudonyms and was known for his ability to engage young readers with adventurous and moralistic tales. His works, including titles like "A Young Inventor's Pluck" and "Dave Porter and His Classmates," often featured themes of bravery, ingenuity, and friendship, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.

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