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Notes Of A Journey From Hankow To Ta-Li Fu (1875)

Notes Of A Journey From Hankow To Ta-Li Fu (1875)

Margary, Augustus Raymond

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Biographies GeneralTravel WritingChinese History

ISBN10: 116546716X
ISBN13: 9781165467167
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Notes Of A Journey From Hankow To Ta-Li Fu (1875) is a travelogue written by Augustus Raymond Margary. The book is a detailed account of Margary's journey from Hankow to Ta-Li Fu, which is located in the Yunnan province of China. The journey took place in 1875 and was undertaken by Margary as a member of the British Consular Service. The book provides a fascinating insight into China during the late 19th century. Margary describes the landscape, people, and customs of the regions he travels through in great detail. He also provides insights into the political situation of the time, including the tensions between the Chinese and British empires. The journey is not without its challenges, and Margary describes the difficulties he faced during his travels. These include navigating treacherous terrain, dealing with bandits, and overcoming language barriers. Despite these challenges, Margary's determination and resourcefulness shine through, and his account is both engaging and informative. Overall, Notes Of A Journey From Hankow To Ta-Li Fu (1875) is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on China during the late 19th century. Margary's detailed descriptions of the landscape, people, and customs of the regions he travels through make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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