Adventure and observation across empires: a traveler’s two-year journal through Persia, Ceylon, and beyond.
This volume collects the author’s wartime-era travel diary, written during a long journey from India toward the Persian Gulf and into Central Asia. It blends vivid scene-setting with careful notes on people, places, and daily life, from the bustling markets of Colombo to the remote hills and historic ruins near Shiraz and Persepolis. The narrative voice stays grounded in practical detail—housing, gardens, climate, and travel logistics—while also sharing reflections on religion, language, and culture. Readers gain a sense of the landscapes, architectures, and social customs encountered along the way, alongside glimpses of 19th-century travel writing’s pace and curiosities.
- Sight and sound of diverse cityscapes: forts, gardens, mosques, tombs, and palaces, with attention to local traditions and material culture.
- Portraits of people and daily life, including European and native communities, and how travelers and locals interact.
- Curated notes on major sites, from Hafiz’s garden rooms to ancient ruins and caravanserais, with contextual history.
- Personal reflections on health, endurance, and the realities of long-distance travel in this era.
This edition offers a window into a traveler’s firsthand observations as he navigates deserts, plains, and river valleys, while tracing the changing links between empire, culture, and commerce. It is a work for readers who enjoy immersive travel writing, historical geography, and cultural encounters that illuminate a world in flux.
Ideal for readers of 19th‑century travelogues, oriental studies, and those curious about life on routes between India, Persia, and the broader Middle East.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides firsthand observations of Ceylon in the mid-19th century. Join the author during this historical period of British rule over Ceylon as he shares his detailed reflections on the island's society, economy, and culture, such as its cinnamon trade. His insightful perspectives on the living conditions and customs of both the European and native populations. Alongside breathtaking descriptions of Ceylon's abundant natural beauty and wildlife, the author offers fascinating details about Buddhism in the region. He delves into the practices and beliefs of this major religion, including a firsthand account of the highly revered Temple of the Tooth in Kandy and its famous relic. This captivating volume is not only a vivid snapshot of Ceylon during a specific timeframe but also a valuable resource for those interested in the history, culture, and religions of South Asia. Through the author's keen observations and engaging writing style, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and cultural richness of this captivating island nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332589081_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332589081
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332589081
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