Round The World - Andrew Carnegie - Bog

""Round The World"" is a travelogue written by Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish-American industrialist, philanthropist, and author. The book chronicles Carnegie's journey around the world in 1889, during which he visited various countries and cities, including England, Egypt, India, Japan, China, and Russia.Carnegie's purpose for the trip was to gather information about different cultures and economies, which he believed would be useful for his business ventures. However, the book is not just a dry account of his observations. Instead, Carnegie provides vivid descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the experiences he had along the way.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different country or region. In each chapter, Carnegie shares his impressions of the landscape, architecture, food, customs, and people. He also reflects on the history and politics of each place, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities facing different societies.Throughout the book, Carnegie's writing is engaging and informative, combining personal anecdotes with historical and cultural analysis. He also includes photographs and illustrations to enhance the reader's understanding of the places he visited.Overall, ""Round The World"" is a fascinating account of one man's journey around the globe at a time when travel was much more difficult and exotic than it is today. It offers a unique perspective on the world in the late 19th century and provides valuable insights into the cultural and economic diversity of different regions.One morning we drove to the burning ghat, and from personal examination of cremation, I am able to express my preference for Christian burial. The business of burning the dead--for in India it is a business like any other, and belongs to a low caste--is carried on in the most heartless manner. A building is erected upon the river-bank, about a hundred feet in length and twenty-five feet in width, and open on the side toward the river. The dead are brought there upon stretchers wrapped in a little cloth, and are first shaved by the attendants, who open the mouth and pour down a vial of the water of the sacred Ganges.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.