Luvattomilla teillä : Matkustukset ja seikkailut Tiibetissä by Landor
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About this eBook
| Author | Landor, Arnold Henry Savage, 1865-1924 |
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| Translator | Jaakkola, K. (Kaarle Kustaa), 1853-1932 |
| Title | Luvattomilla teillä : Matkustukset ja seikkailut Tiibetissä |
| Original Publication | Finland: Satakunnan Kirjakauppa, 1900. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 41.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Abridged translation of: In the forbidden land. |
| Credits | Jari Koivisto |
| Summary | "Luvattomilla teillä: Matkustukset ja seikkailut Tiibetissä" by A. Henry Savage Landor is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the author's adventurous expedition through the mysterious and largely uncharted regions of Tibet, highlighting the challenges he faced and the insights he gained about the local cultures and people. The author, driven by a deep sense of curiosity and scientific inquiry, embarks on a journey that is marked by both wonder and hardship. At the start of the book, Landor lays the groundwork for his remarkable journey from England to Tibet, detailing his plans and preparations, as well as the various obstacles he encounters early on. After deciding against a longer route through Russia, he opts for a challenging trek through India, facing the heat and disease of Bombay before continuing through mountainous terrain. He introduces Khanden Singh, an unusual and initially inexperienced servant who becomes his loyal companion over time. As Landor reaches his first destination, he begins to connect with the rich local culture, encountering a diverse range of people and preparing for the arduous journey ahead deep into Tibetan lands. The opening sets the stage for a tale woven with explorations into uncharted territories and the human experiences he witnesses along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70974 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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