Land of the Lamas: Notes of a Journey Through China, Mongolia and Tibet

The Land of the Lamas: Notes of a Journey Through China, Mongolia and Tibet is a travelogue written by W. Woodville Rockhill. The book is a detailed account of the author's journey through China, Mongolia, and Tibet in the late 19th century. Rockhill was an American diplomat who was sent to Asia to explore the region and gather information about its people, culture, and politics. The book is divided into chapters that cover different regions and cities that the author visited during his journey. Rockhill provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs of the places he visited. He also shares his observations and insights on the political and social conditions of the region. The Land of the Lamas is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of China, Mongolia, and Tibet. It is a fascinating read that offers a glimpse into a world that has long since disappeared.1891. With maps and illustrations. Rockhill has endeavored to give the results obtained during a journey of several thousand miles through a very imperfectly known portion of the Chinese Empire. His object has been to supply facts concerning the country, of an historical, geographical and ethnographical nature. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.