Tibet & Nepal : Painted & described by Arnold Henry Savage Landor

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Author Landor, Arnold Henry Savage, 1865-1924
LoC No. 05010437
Title Tibet & Nepal : Painted & described
Alternate Title Tibet and Nepal : Painted and described
Original Publication London: A. & C. Black, 1905.
Note Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Illustrated by the author.
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.)
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.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Description and travel
Subject Nepal -- Description and travel
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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