Asia

In ‘Inside Canton, ‘ Melchior Yvan offers an immersive exploration of the intricate tapestry of Cantonese culture and its socio-economic landscape. The text is marked by Yvan’s lyrical prose, deftly …

In ‘Siam: The Land of the White Elephant as It Was and Is, ‘ George B. Bacon delivers a compelling exploration of the cultural, historical, and social fabric of Siam, now known as Thailand. Through h …

The Narrow Smile is a portrait of the Pathan and their highland home on either side of the Pakistan-Afghan frontier. Peter Mayne grew up in India, and later spent four years on the Northwest Frontier …

In ‘Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon, ‘ Samuel White Sir Baker offers an intricate tapestry of natural history, ethnography, and adventure, rooted in his extensive travels across the lush landscapes …

In ‘Sport and Work on the Nepaul Frontier, ‘ James Inglis offers a vivid account of his experiences in the rugged landscapes of Nepal during the late 19th century. This evocative narrative intertwine …

In ‘Three Years’ Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China, ‘ Robert Fortune presents a meticulously detailed account of his travels and observations throughout northern China during the mid-19th …

In ‘The Last Voyage: To India and Australia, in the ‘Sunbeam’, ‘ Annie Brassey crafts a captivating narrative that melds travelogue and memoir, providing an intimate account of her journey aboard the …

In ‘Three Years’ Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China, ‘ Robert Fortune chronicles his extensive travels across northern China during the mid-19th century, presenting a vivid portrayal of th …

In ‘Goa and the Blue Mountains; or, Six Months of Sick Leave, ‘ Richard Francis Sir Burton crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines travelog and personal reflection. Set against the lush landsc …

In ‘Kathay: A Cruise in the China Seas’, W. Hastings Macaulay embarks on a captivating literary voyage through the picturesque landscapes and rich cultures of East Asia. This travelogue, written in a …