Travels And Adventures Of An Officer's Wife V1: In India, China And New Zealand

By Mrs. Elizabeth Muter and Mrs. Dunbar Douglas Muter

Book Overview

""Travels and Adventures of an Officer's Wife V1: In India, China and New Zealand"" is a memoir written by Mrs. Elizabeth Muter, chronicling her experiences as a military wife during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into three sections, each detailing her travels and adventures in India, China, and New Zealand respectively. In the first section, Mrs. Muter describes her life in India, where her husband was stationed for several years. She details the sights, sounds, and customs of the country, as well as the challenges and joys of being a military wife. She also shares her experiences with the local people, including interactions with Indian women and children.The second section of the book focuses on Mrs. Muter's time in China, where she and her husband were stationed for a brief period. She describes the bustling cities, the exotic food, and the cultural differences she encountered during her stay. She also shares her impressions of the Chinese people and their way of life.The final section of the book is devoted to Mrs. Muter's travels in New Zealand, where she and her husband spent several months exploring the country. She describes the stunning natural beauty of the landscape, as well as the unique flora and fauna of the region. She also shares her encounters with the Maori people, their customs, and their way of life.Throughout the book, Mrs. Muter provides a vivid and engaging account of her travels and adventures, offering readers a glimpse into the life of a military wife during the 19th century. Her writing is both informative and entertaining, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in history, travel, or memoirs.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: 1163104612
• ISBN13: 9781163104613
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"