Burton Holmes Travelogues: Down The Amur. Peking. The Forbidden City [peking (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781246491531)

Embark on a captivating journey through early 20th-century China with Burton Holmes in "Burton Holmes Travelogues: Down The Amur. Peking. The Forbidden City." This volume offers a rare glimpse into a world on the cusp of change, as seen through the eyes of one of the era's most celebrated travelogue pioneers.

Holmes transports readers down the Amur River, offering vivid descriptions of the landscapes and cultures along its banks. He then takes you to Peking (now Beijing), providing an intimate tour of the city's bustling streets and historic sites, culminating in a privileged look inside the Forbidden City. Through Holmes's engaging narrative, experience the grandeur and mystery of this once-inaccessible imperial palace.

Perfect for travel enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone with a passion for exploring different cultures, this book captures a pivotal moment in Chinese history, preserving the allure of a bygone era for contemporary audiences.

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