A Gallop To The Antipodes: Returning Overland Through India (1858)

By John Shaw

Book Overview

A Gallop to the Antipodes: Returning Overland Through India is a travelogue written by John Shaw in 1858. The book chronicles Shaw's journey from Australia to India and his subsequent return trip overland through India. The author describes his experiences and observations during his travels, including encounters with different cultures, landscapes, and wildlife. The book provides a vivid account of the challenges and adventures faced by travelers during the mid-19th century, including navigating treacherous terrain, dealing with extreme weather conditions, and encountering dangerous animals. Shaw's writing style is engaging and provides a unique perspective on the historical and cultural context of the places he visited. Overall, A Gallop to the Antipodes is an insightful and entertaining travelogue that offers a glimpse into the world of travel during the Victorian era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143745402X
• ISBN13: 9781437454024
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"