Pioneering Where The World Is Old: Leaves From A Manchuria Notebook (1917)

By Alice Tisdale Hobart

Book Overview

""Pioneering Where The World Is Old: Leaves From A Manchuria Notebook"" is a non-fiction book written by Alice Tisdale Hobart, originally published in 1917. The book is a collection of Hobart's personal observations and experiences during her time in Manchuria, a region in Northeast China, where she and her husband were among the first American pioneers to settle in the area.Hobart's writing provides a unique perspective on the region, its people, and their customs. She describes the challenges and hardships that she and her husband faced as they worked to establish a new life in a foreign land. She also provides vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the region, including its mountains, rivers, and wildlife.Throughout the book, Hobart reflects on the cultural differences between China and the United States, and the ways in which she and her husband adapted to their new surroundings. She also discusses the impact of Western imperialism on China and the tensions between the two nations.Overall, ""Pioneering Where The World Is Old"" is a fascinating and insightful account of one woman's experiences in a rapidly changing world. Hobart's writing is both engaging and informative, providing readers with a unique glimpse into a little-known corner of the world during a pivotal moment in history.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166987787
• ISBN13: 9781166987787
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"