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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Through Jade Gate and Central Asia" is a compelling firsthand account of the extensive travels undertaken by Mildred Cable and her companions through the remote and rugged landscapes of Northwestern China and Central Asia. This narrative chronicles their journey across the Gobi Desert, the Gansu corridor, and into the heart of Turkestan during the early 20th century.As one of the few Western women to traverse the "Jade Gate"-the ancient and symbolic boundary of the Great Wall-Cable provides a unique perspective on the cultures, geography, and spiritual climate of the Silk Road regions. The work blends travelogue with ethnographic observation, detailing encounters with diverse ethnic groups and the daily challenges of navigating one of the world's most inhospitable terrains. Beyond its geographical scope, the book reflects the adventurous spirit of the authors, offering deep insights into the historical and social complexities of a region that remained largely inaccessible to Westerners at the time. "Through Jade Gate and Central Asia" remains a significant contribution to the literature of exploration and a vivid portrait of Central Asia during a period of profound historical transition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781026044216
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Through Jade Gate and Central Asia" is a compelling firsthand account of the extensive travels undertaken by Mildred Cable and her companions through the remote and rugged landscapes of Northwestern China and Central Asia. This narrative chronicles their journey across the Gobi Desert, the Gansu corridor, and into the heart of Turkestan during the early 20th century.As one of the few Western women to traverse the "Jade Gate"-the ancient and symbolic boundary of the Great Wall-Cable provides a unique perspective on the cultures, geography, and spiritual climate of the Silk Road regions. The work blends travelogue with ethnographic observation, detailing encounters with diverse ethnic groups and the daily challenges of navigating one of the world's most inhospitable terrains. Beyond its geographical scope, the book reflects the adventurous spirit of the authors, offering deep insights into the historical and social complexities of a region that remained largely inaccessible to Westerners at the time. "Through Jade Gate and Central Asia" remains a significant contribution to the literature of exploration and a vivid portrait of Central Asia during a period of profound historical transition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781026044216
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Through Jade Gate and Central Asia' is a compelling firsthand account of the extensive travels undertaken by Mildred Cable and her companions through the remote and rugged landscapes of Northwestern China and Central Asia. This narrative chronicles their journey across the Gobi Desert, the Gansu corridor, and into the heart of Turkestan during the early 20th century.As one of the few Western women to traverse the 'Jade Gate'-the ancient and symbolic boundary of the Great Wall-Cable provides a unique perspective on the cultures, geography, and spiritual climate of the Silk Road regions. The work blends travelogue with ethnographic observation, detailing encounters with diverse ethnic groups and the daily challenges of navigating one of the world's most inhospitable terrains. Beyond its geographical scope, the book reflects the adventurous spirit of the authors, offering deep insights into the historical and social complexities of a region that remained largely inaccessible to Westerners at the time. 'Through Jade Gate and Central Asia' remains a significant contribution to the literature of exploration and a vivid portrait of Central Asia during a period of profound historical transition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781026044216
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