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From Bangkok to Bombay
Hardcover
Southeast AsiaSoutheast Asian History
ISBN13: 9781025669175
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 430
Weight: 1.71
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
From Bangkok to Bombay is an immersive travel narrative that captures the vibrant cultures and landscapes of Southeast and South Asia during the early 20th century. Written by the renowned globetrotter Frank G. Carpenter, this volume takes readers on an expansive journey through the bustling streets of Siam, the scenic rivers of Burma, and the diverse regions of India.
The work provides a detailed look at the social customs, religious practices, and architectural wonders of the era, from the golden pagodas of Bangkok to the majestic sites of the Indian subcontinent. Carpenter's keen observations offer a unique historical perspective on the period, highlighting the intersection of long-standing traditions and the early currents of modernization across the continent. With vivid accounts of local markets, royal ceremonies, and the daily lives of the people he encountered, the book serves as a valuable primary account for those interested in Asian history, geography, and anthropology. From Bangkok to Bombay remains a compelling testament to the spirit of exploration and the rich diversity of the Eastern world during a transformative age.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
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