The Gems of the East: Sixteen Thousand Miles of Research Travel Among Wild and Tame Tribes of Enchanting Islands 1904

By Arnold Henry Savage Landor

Book Overview

""The Gems of the East: Sixteen Thousand Miles of Research Travel Among Wild and Tame Tribes of Enchanting Islands 1904"" is a travelogue written by A. Henry Savage Landor. The book recounts Landor's journey through various islands in the East, including Java, Bali, Borneo, and the Philippines, where he conducted research on the cultures and customs of the local tribes. Throughout the book, Landor describes his encounters with both wild and tame tribes, and provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna of each island. He also shares his experiences with the locals, including his interactions with the sultans and other rulers of the region. ""The Gems of the East"" is a fascinating and informative account of Landor's travels, and provides readers with a unique insight into the cultures and traditions of the East during the early 20th century. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and sketches, which further enhance the reader's understanding of the places and people that Landor encountered on his journey.With Numerous Illustrations, Diagrams, Plans, and Map by the Author.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: 1417976683
• ISBN13: 9781417976683
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 684 Pages
• Weight: 2.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"