Camps and Trails in China: A Narrative of Exploration, Adventure and Sport in Little-Known China (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432635329)

""Camps and Trails in China"" is a book written by Roy Chapman Andrews, an American explorer, adventurer, and naturalist. The book is a narrative of his travels and experiences in China during the early 20th century. Andrews explores the remote regions of China, encountering new species of animals and plants, and interacting with different cultures and people.The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different expedition Andrews undertook. He takes the reader on a journey through the rugged terrain of western China, the deserts of Inner Mongolia, and the forests of Yunnan. Andrews also describes his encounters with the various ethnic groups he meets along the way, including the Mongols, Tibetans, and Miao.Throughout the book, Andrews shares his passion for natural history and his observations of the flora and fauna of China. He describes his encounters with rare animals such as the giant panda, snow leopard, and Tibetan antelope, and provides insights into their behavior and habitats.""Camps and Trails in China"" is not only a travelogue but also a memoir of Andrews' personal experiences in China. He recounts his struggles with illness, the challenges of navigating unfamiliar terrain, and the thrill of discovery. The book is a fascinating account of a bygone era of exploration and adventure in a little-known part of the world.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: Roy Chapman Andrews,Yvette Borup Andrews
ISBN-10: 1432635328
ISBN-13: 9781432635329
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 414
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.92d