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The Land Of The White Elephant

The Land Of The White Elephant

Vincent, Frank

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Travel GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1162748559
ISBN13: 9781162748559
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Land of the White Elephant is a travelogue written by Frank Vincent, first published in 1873. The book describes Vincent's journey through Southeast Asia, particularly through Thailand (then known as Siam), Cambodia, and Vietnam. Vincent's account is filled with vivid descriptions of the people, culture, and landscape of the region. He provides detailed accounts of the customs and traditions of the people he encounters, as well as their daily lives and beliefs. He also writes about the natural beauty of the region, including its flora and fauna, and the challenges of travel in the area.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific location or aspect of the region. Vincent describes his experiences in Bangkok, the capital of Siam, as well as his travels through the countryside and his encounters with the local people. He also writes about his visit to Angkor Wat, the famous temple complex in Cambodia, and his journey along the Mekong River.Overall, The Land of the White Elephant provides a fascinating glimpse into Southeast Asia in the 19th century, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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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