Tianhe Dike Chronicle: A Scientific Expedition on the Yarlung Tsangpo River

Author: Yang Yichou
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book is one of the Landscape and Environment Series in the China Green Book Collection. The Yarlung Tsangpo River is the world's highest river, known as the "Milky Way," and the canyon it forms is the deepest and longest grand canyon in the world's rivers. The author, through his life's struggle, embarks on exploration and scientific research; with his personal experiences, he interprets the canyon of the Milky Way. The book mainly collects the author's observations and experiences over more than 20 years in comprehensive scientific research on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, especially in his exploration and research of the Yarlung Tsangpo River. With passion, delicate brushwork, and vivid language, the author presents the beautiful and extraordinary natural scenery, customs, and cultures of Tibet, especially the Yarlung Tsangpo (Milky Way) River Basin. After reading it, one feels as if they are there in person. It is hoped that readers will share the joys and hardships of scientific exploration on the roof of the world through this popular science book, appreciate the charm and captivating beauty of the Yarlung Tsangpo River, and gain a deeper understanding of Tibet and the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.