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In The Far East; A Narrative Of Exploration And Adventure In Cochin-China, Cambodia, Laos, And Siam
In The Far East; A Narrative Of Exploration And Adventure In Cochin-China, Cambodia, Laos, And Siam
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In The Far East is a stirring travel narrative that follows intrepid journeys through Cochin-China, Cambodia, Laos, and Siam, capturing the sights, sounds, and perils of 19th-century Asian exploration. Part travelogue, part adventure chronicle, the book blends vivid landscape description, encounters with local cultures, and the unpredictable drama of overland travel to deliver a powerful portrait of Southeast Asia as seen by Western explorers.
Historically rich and vividly observed, this work stands as a foundational piece of Southeast Asian travel literature and historical accounts of Cochin-China. Readers will find detailed sketches of temples, rivers, and remote communities alongside candid reflections on colonial-era encounters and the spirit of exploration. Fans of Exploration in Southeast Asia and collectors of Cochin-China travel narrative or Siam travel exploration will appreciate the period authenticity and narrative momentum that make this book both informative and gripping.
After decades out of print, Alpha Editions proudly republishes and restores this classic for today s and future generations. This edition is not merely a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure: carefully restored text, contextually framed for modern readers, and ideal for casual readers, students of 19th-century Asian exploration, and collectors of Cambodia adventure book and Laos exploration stories. A must-have for anyone drawn to Exploration and adventure narratives and Southeast Asian travel literature.
Product details
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Languages:
- Original: English
- Number of Pages:
- 96
- Publisher:
- Alpha Edition
- Publication Date:
- 2025-11-01
- ISBN / EAN:
- 9789371778749
- Weight:
- 153 g
- Dimensions:
- 15/23/1 cm
- GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
- [email protected]
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