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The River of Golden Sand, Condensed by E.C. Baber, Ed. by H. Yule

The River of Golden Sand, Condensed by E.C. Baber, Ed. by H. Yule

Gill, William John

Paperback

Historical FiguresChinaChinese History

ISBN10: 1143235509
ISBN13: 9781143235504
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 3 2010
Pages: 494
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.99 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

The River of Golden Sand recounts a remarkable 19th-century expedition into the heart of China, condensed and edited by E.C. Baber from the original writings of William John Gill and edited by H. Yule. This compelling narrative details the perilous journey through uncharted territories, offering invaluable insights into the geography, culture, and people of Sichuan and Tibet. Gill's meticulous observations and Baber's skilled condensation create a vivid and enduring account of exploration in a land then largely unknown to the Western world. This edition preserves the historical significance of the original work, presenting a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of intrepid adventure and geographical discovery.

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