Amazon River
Type
River
Climate
Tropical, humid
Economy
Rubber trade, redwood transport
Secrets
Hides the entrance to the secret tributary leading to the Lost World.
Mood Tags
- •vast
- •wild
- •unexplored
- •monotonous
Size Scale
Continental river system
Description
A massive, clay-tinted river system in South America with many uncharted tributaries.
Inhabitants
Cucama Indians, riverine tribes, various half-breeds.
Accessibility
Navigated by large steamers and smaller launches like the Esmeralda.
Plot Relevance
The primary artery for the expedition's journey into the interior.
Culture Customs
- •Legends of Curupuri
- •Rubber collection (often forced labor)
First Appearance
Professor Challenger's study (narrative account)
Geography Layout
A complex network of waterways flowing through the South American interior, rising forty feet in the rainy season.
Languages Spoken
- •Lingoa Geral
Notable Features
- •Uncharted tributaries
- •Swirly rapids
- •Dense jungle banks
- •Clay-tinted water
Timeline
The Boat Accident
Challenger's boat upsets in the rapids, destroying most of his photographic evidence.
The Expedition's Ascent
The party travels up the main stream from Para to Manaos and beyond.
