Borderlands Of Eternity: Embracing Across China On Foot (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169362932)

Borderlands of Eternity: Embracing Across China on Foot is a travelogue written by Edwin John Dingle, an Englishman who spent six years traveling across China on foot during the early 20th century. The book is a detailed account of his journey, which covers over 4,000 miles and takes him through some of the most remote and dangerous regions of China.Dingle's journey begins in Shanghai and takes him through the provinces of Jiangsu, Anhui, Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang. Along the way, he encounters a wide variety of people, including farmers, bandits, and Buddhist monks. He also describes the natural beauty of the landscapes he passes through, from the lush forests of the east to the arid deserts of the west.Throughout the book, Dingle reflects on the cultural and spiritual differences he encounters in China. He is particularly interested in Taoism and Buddhism, and he spends time studying with various teachers along his route. He also observes the impact of Western imperialism on China, and he is critical of the way that foreign powers have exploited the country for their own gain.Borderlands of Eternity is a fascinating account of a remarkable journey, and it provides a unique perspective on China during a period of great change. Dingle's writing is vivid and engaging, and his insights into Chinese culture and spirituality are still relevant today.Complete In One Volume. With Numerous Illustrations.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: Edwin John Dingle
ISBN-10: 1169362931
ISBN-13: 9781169362932
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 610
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.79lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.31d