Memoir of Captain W. Gill, R.E.; and, Introductory Essay, as Prefixed to the new Edition of the 'River of Golden Sand' - Henry Yule - Bog

First published in 1880, The River of Golden Sand is a detailed account of the explorations of Captain Gill and his team in western China. Yule's memoir of Gill provides insight into the man behind the book, while his introductory essay places the work in its historical and cultural context. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and adventure.
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