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Diary Of A Journey Across Tibet (1894)

Diary Of A Journey Across Tibet (1894)

Bower, Hamilton

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1436970628
ISBN13: 9781436970624
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 328
Weight: 1.43
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Diary Of A Journey Across Tibet is a travelogue written by Hamilton Bower, originally published in 1894. The book chronicles Bower's journey across Tibet, which he undertook as part of a British military expedition. The expedition was sent to explore and map out the region, as well as to assess its potential as a route for trade and commerce.The book is written in the form of a diary, with Bower recording his experiences and observations as he travels through the rugged terrain of Tibet. He describes the landscape, the people he meets, and the challenges he faces along the way, including harsh weather conditions and encounters with hostile tribes.Bower's account provides a fascinating glimpse into a relatively unknown and unexplored region at the time. He describes the customs and traditions of the Tibetan people, as well as their religion and way of life. He also provides insights into the political and social structures of the region, including the role of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government.Overall, Diary Of A Journey Across Tibet is a captivating and informative account of a remarkable journey through a remote and mysterious land. It offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of Tibet, as well as the challenges and rewards of exploration and adventure in the late 19th century.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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