Over Five Seas And Oceans: From New York To Bangkok, Siam, And Return, Some Reminiscences (1894)

By Thomas Miller

Book Overview

Over Five Seas and Oceans: From New York to Bangkok, Siam, and Return, Some Reminiscences is a travelogue written by Thomas Miller in 1894. The book chronicles Miller's journey from New York to Bangkok, Siam (now Thailand), and back, covering a span of several months. Miller provides a detailed account of his travels, describing the people, places, and customs he encountered along the way. He writes about his experiences on board various ships, including steamers and sailing vessels, and discusses the challenges of navigating through storms and rough seas. Throughout the book, Miller shares his observations and insights about the cultures he encountered, including those of Europe, India, and Southeast Asia. He provides a glimpse into the daily lives of the people he met, describing their dress, food, and customs. In addition to his travelogue, Miller includes several illustrations and photographs, which provide a visual representation of the places he visited. He also includes a detailed appendix, which contains information on the various ports he visited, as well as practical advice for travelers. Overall, Over Five Seas and Oceans: From New York to Bangkok, Siam, and Return, Some Reminiscences is an engaging and informative travelogue that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of travel in the late 19th century.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: 1165530309
• ISBN13: 9781165530304
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"