De la correspondencia al relato del viaje americano de Humboldt

Abstract

Based on the historic relationship of the American travel and the letters written during the expedition, we will make an approach to the way Humboldt faces the writing of his 'itinerary' and we will observe how the passing of time affects this recollection. We will see that, in addition to the indispensable information selection process, there is and evident concern about updating the scientific contents and an undeniable desire to please the reader.