Across Thibet V1 - Gabriel Bonvalot - Bog

Across Thibet V1 is a travelogue written by Gabriel Bonvalot, a French explorer who undertook an arduous journey across the Tibetan plateau in the late 19th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume detailing Bonvalot's travels from Samarkand in Central Asia to Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Throughout the book, Bonvalot describes the challenges he faced during his journey, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with hostile tribes. He also provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered along the way, offering readers a unique insight into a remote and little-known part of the world. In addition to his travelogue, Bonvalot also includes detailed maps and illustrations, as well as scientific observations on the flora and fauna of the region. The book is a fascinating account of a remarkable journey undertaken by a pioneering explorer, and is sure to captivate readers interested in travel, adventure, and history.In Two Volumes. Being A Translation Of De Paris Au Tonkin A Travers Le Thibet Inconnu. With Illustrations From Photographs Taken By Prince Henry Of Orleans And Map Of Route.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.