Eighteen Hundred Miles On A Burmese Tat: Through Burma, Siam, And The Eastern Shan States (1888)

By George John Younghusband

Book Overview

""Eighteen Hundred Miles On A Burmese Tat: Through Burma, Siam, And The Eastern Shan States"" is a travelogue written by George John Younghusband in 1888. The book describes the author's journey on a Burmese tat (a type of carriage) through Burma, Siam (now Thailand), and the Eastern Shan States. Younghusband provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters on his journey, including encounters with various ethnic groups, religious practices, and local customs. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the places and people he encountered. This travelogue provides a fascinating glimpse into Southeast Asia during the late 19th century and is a valuable resource for historians and travelers alike.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 112079403X
• ISBN13: 9781120794031
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"