Dreams Of Yesterdays: In The Orient (1908)

By Frances E. Morgan Matthews

Book Overview

Dreams of Yesterdays: In the Orient is a historical travelogue written by Frances E. Morgan Matthews and published in 1908. The book chronicles the author's journey through various countries in the Orient, including Japan, China, and Korea, during the late 19th century. Matthews offers a detailed account of her travels, describing the people, culture, and landscapes of the places she visited. She provides insights into the political and social conditions of the time, including the effects of imperialism and colonization on the region. The book is also a personal memoir, as Matthews shares her own experiences and reflections on her travels. She writes about her encounters with locals, her observations on their customs and traditions, and her own feelings of wonder and awe at the sights and sounds of the Orient.Dreams of Yesterdays: In the Orient is an illuminating historical document, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a fascinating region of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or Asian cultures.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: 1165416859
• ISBN13: 9781165416851
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"