| Author |
Landor, Arnold Henry Savage, 1865-1924 |
| LoC No. |
05010437
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| Title |
Tibet & Nepal : Painted & described
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| Alternate Title |
Tibet and Nepal : Painted and described
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| Original Publication |
London: A. & C. Black, 1905.
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| Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Tibet & Nepal: Painted & described" by A. Henry Savage Landor is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the author’s explorations of Tibet and Nepal, focusing on the landscapes, cultures, and experiences he encounters during his journey. The book serves as both a descriptive account and an artistic documentation, enriched by illustrations that capture the essence of the regions. The opening of the book introduces Landor's determination to return to the Himalayas after his previous harrowing experiences in Tibet. Inspired by a local's words about the enduring allure of the mountains, he prepares for an extensive expedition, outlining his meticulous planning process for gear, provisions, and choosing companions. He reflects on the challenges of mountaineering as he recounts his experiences traversing varied terrains, dealing with health issues, and encountering superstitions among the local people. As he embarks on this journey, Landor's vivid descriptions set the stage for an adventure filled with both natural beauty and cultural insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Nepal -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72818 |
| Release Date |
Jan 29, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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