The Heart Of A Continent: A Narrative Of Travels In Manchuria, Across The Gobi Desert, Through The Himalayas, The Pamirs And Chitrai, 1884-1894 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432686970)

""The Heart of a Continent"" is a travel narrative written by Frank E. Younghusband that details his adventures and explorations throughout Manchuria, the Gobi Desert, the Himalayas, the Pamirs, and Chitral between the years of 1884 and 1894. Younghusband, who was a British explorer and military officer, provides a vivid and captivating account of his travels, including his encounters with various indigenous peoples, the challenges he faced in navigating the terrain, and the natural wonders he witnessed. The book is rich in historical and cultural insights, as Younghusband provides a detailed description of the regions he visited, including their geography, flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the people who lived there. ""The Heart of a Continent"" is a fascinating read that offers a unique glimpse into the world of exploration and adventure during the late 19th century.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: Frank E. Younghusband
ISBN-10: 1432686976
ISBN-13: 9781432686970
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2007
Pages: 472
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.05d