Description

Diary Of A Journey Through Mongolia And Tibet In 1891 And 1892 is a travelogue written by William Woodville Rockhill. The book describes the author's journey through Mongolia and Tibet in the late 19th century. Rockhill was an American diplomat and explorer who was sent to Asia by the US government to gather intelligence and establish diplomatic relations with various Asian countries.The book provides a detailed account of Rockhill's travels through the remote and rugged regions of Mongolia and Tibet. He describes the people, their customs, and their way of life. Rockhill also provides a fascinating insight into the political and social conditions of these regions during that time.The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the journey. The chapters cover topics such as the author's arrival in Peking, his journey through Mongolia, his visit to the Dalai Lama in Lhasa, and his return journey to Peking.The author's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and he provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and culture of the regions he visits. The book also contains numerous sketches and photographs that further enhance the reader's understanding of the journey.Overall, Diary Of A Journey Through Mongolia And Tibet In 1891 And 1892 is an informative and engaging travelogue that provides a unique insight into the remote and fascinating regions of Mongolia and Tibet during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, exploration, and Asian history.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.