A Beachcomber in the Orient (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417902569)

""A Beachcomber in the Orient"" is a travelogue written by Harry L. Foster. The book chronicles the author's journey through the Orient, beginning in Japan and ending in the Philippines. Foster takes the reader on a vivid and colorful journey through the various cultures and landscapes of the Orient. He describes the people, customs, and traditions of each country he visits, as well as the natural beauty and historical significance of the places he explores. Along the way, Foster shares his own personal experiences and insights, offering a unique perspective on the Orient. ""A Beachcomber in the Orient"" is a captivating and informative read for anyone interested in travel, culture, and history.1930. With Illustrations from photographs taken by the Author. Contents: The Fool-Killer Strikes; In the Paris of the Jungle; Up the Mekong to Pnom Penh; Through Cambodia by Sampan; Hitting the Trail with Henri; Overland Through Siam; The City of the Great White Angels; By Freight Car to the Malay States; On the Beach-In Singapore; In a Waterfront Grog-Shop; By Cargo Boat to the Philippines; A Tourist in Japan; Sing-Song and Opera in Shanghai; The Nightmare City of Canton; and Back to Hong Kong.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.

Author: Harry L. Foster
ISBN-10: 1417902566
ISBN-13: 9781417902569
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/11/2005
Pages: 456
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.02d