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Ulrike Zeuch ( Herzog August Bibliothek, Wolfenbütt el, Germany )
Alexander von Humboldt’s ( 1769-1859 ) Expeditions to Latin America ( 1799-
1804 ) as a Contribution to Cultural Translation ?
Alexander von Humboldt travelled through South America between 1799 and 1805
together with Aimé Bonpland, botanist from France. Humboldt wants to learn from
the indios ; for a proper understanding, he looks upon openness, love, and empathy
as essential. He observes the lifestyle of the indios and their behaviour with respect,
and he diff erenciates between every single ethnic entity. He tries to do the same
concerning the Creoles, the mestizos, mulatt os and other sections of the population,
although he is mainly interested in the indios. When curiosity as a scientist
overwhelmes him though, Humboldt forgets about being respectful and and careful.
Email zeuch@hab.de
Section Travels Between Europe and Latin America ( 15th through 21st centuries )
Panel 87
Date July 31
Time 13 :15
Location l 116