Three Years In Western China: A Narrative Of Three Journeys In Ssu-Chu'an, Kuei-Chow, And Yun-Nan (1890)

By Alexander Hosie

Book Overview

""Three Years In Western China: A Narrative Of Three Journeys In Ssu-Chu�������an, Kuei-Chow, And Yun-Nan"" is a travelogue written by Alexander Hosie in 1890. The book chronicles the author's three-year journey through the western regions of China, specifically the provinces of Ssu-Chu�������an, Kuei-Chow, and Yun-Nan. Hosie provides a detailed account of his experiences, including the challenges he faced, the people he met, and the customs and traditions he observed. The book is a valuable resource for historians, geographers, and anyone interested in the history and culture of China. It also offers a unique perspective on the country during a time when it was largely closed off to the outside world. Hosie's vivid descriptions and engaging writing style make the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in travel writing or adventure stories. Overall, ""Three Years In Western China"" is a fascinating and informative account of an important period in China's history.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: 1437352618
• ISBN13: 9781437352610
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"