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Title: In the forbidden land : an account of a journey into Tibet, capture by the Tibetan lamas and soldiers, imprisonment, torture and ultimate release
Note: Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "In the Forbidden Land: An Account of a Journey into Tibet, Capture by the Tibetan Authorities" by A. Henry Savage Landor is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative details Landor's expedition into Tibet, during which he faced not only the challenges of navigating a rugged and largely unexplored environment but also endured the harsh realities of capture, imprisonment, and torture at the hands of Tibetan authorities. The work serves both as a gripping travelogue and an essential record of the customs and culture of the Tibetan people. At the start of the book, Landor recounts his preparations for the journey, detailing the essential provisions, scientific instruments, and various challenges he encountered even before reaching Tibet. Despite initial excitement, his adventure becomes increasingly fraught with difficulties such as the overwhelming heat of India, logistical setbacks with carriers, and the necessity of recruiting reliable servants for the treacherous journey ahead. The narrative quickly establishes a sense of urgency and peril, providing readers a glimpse into Landor's determination and resourcefulness as he embarks on an expedition that promises to be both enlightening and harrowing. The opening chapters set the stage for a vivid exploration of not just the physical landscape, but also the human experiences that will unfold in the forbidding and mysterious region of Tibet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Landor, Arnold Henry Savage, 1865-1924
EBook No.: 22210
Published: Aug 1, 2007
Downloads: 230
Language: English
Subject: Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: In the forbidden land : an account of a journey into Tibet, capture by the Tibetan lamas and soldiers, imprisonment, torture and ultimate release
Note: Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Michael Ciesielski and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "In the Forbidden Land: An Account of a Journey into Tibet, Capture by the Tibetan Authorities" by A. Henry Savage Landor is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative details Landor's expedition into Tibet, during which he faced not only the challenges of navigating a rugged and largely unexplored environment but also endured the harsh realities of capture, imprisonment, and torture at the hands of Tibetan authorities. The work serves both as a gripping travelogue and an essential record of the customs and culture of the Tibetan people. At the start of the book, Landor recounts his preparations for the journey, detailing the essential provisions, scientific instruments, and various challenges he encountered even before reaching Tibet. Despite initial excitement, his adventure becomes increasingly fraught with difficulties such as the overwhelming heat of India, logistical setbacks with carriers, and the necessity of recruiting reliable servants for the treacherous journey ahead. The narrative quickly establishes a sense of urgency and peril, providing readers a glimpse into Landor's determination and resourcefulness as he embarks on an expedition that promises to be both enlightening and harrowing. The opening chapters set the stage for a vivid exploration of not just the physical landscape, but also the human experiences that will unfold in the forbidding and mysterious region of Tibet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Landor, Arnold Henry Savage, 1865-1924
EBook No.: 22210
Published: Aug 1, 2007
Downloads: 230
Language: English
Subject: Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.