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1. In Chapter 1, how was Fawcett described?

Fawcett was described as being 57 and just over six feet tall. His long arms were corded with muscles. Although his hair was thinning, and his mustache had a touch of white, he was in such good shape that he could walk for days with little, if any, rest or nourishment. His nose was crooked, and his appearance was ferocious. His eyes were set close together, and no one was sure if his eyes were gray or blue.

2. In Chapter 1, why was Fawcett well-known?

Fawcett was well known as one of the last great Victorian explorers who went into the unknown with little more than a machete, a compass, and a strong purpose. For almost 20 years, stories of his adventures captivated the imagination of the public.

3. In Chapter 1, what book was said to be based on Fawcett's experiences?

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's book "The Lost World" was said to be drawn from Fawcett's experiences. In the book explorers disappear into South America and find a land where dinosaurs still exist. Although Fawcett never found dinosaurs, he had thoroughly explored the Amazon region.

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