Quote by Captain J. G. Stedman

I have, indeed, even omitted facts, which, on account of their singularity, must in the eyes of some have appeared to border on the marvelous. But in the forests of South America such extraordinary realities are to be found, that there is assuredly no need to have recourse to fiction or the least exaggeration.


I have, indeed, even omitted facts, which, on account of the

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges that they may have omitted certain facts that could seem unbelievable to some. However, they emphasize that the astonishing truths found in the South American forests are so incredible that there is no need to resort to fiction or exaggeration. This suggests that the wonders of the natural world are abundant and extraordinary enough on their own, without needing any embellishment to captivate and amaze.

By Captain J. G. Stedman
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