Through Deep Gorges and Hidden Valleys into Kang-Tibet: A Journey of a Natural Scientist from the Irrawaddy River to the Yangtze River

Author: Herbert Stearns (English); Translated by Zhang Ruwen, Cao Xia
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Publish Date: 2002-09-01
Features: This book is a thrilling and challenging travelogue written by British natural scientist Herbert Stearns during his exploration of the remote southwestern border of China in the 1920s. The author provides a detailed description of the places visited along the journey, particularly the unique natural landscapes, customs, and traditions, as well as the geographical overview and distribution of flora and fauna in the Tibetan region. It holds significant reference value for understanding the local customs, social conditions, and cultural atmosphere of that time.