Travels And Observations In The Orient: And A Hasty Flight In The Countries Of Europe

Travels and Observations in the Orient: And a Hasty Flight in the Countries of Europe is a travelogue written by Walter Harriman and published in 1883. The book recounts Harriman's experiences during his travels in the Orient and Europe. The first part of the book focuses on Harriman's travels in the Orient, where he visited countries such as India, China, and Japan. He describes the people, culture, and landscapes of these countries in great detail, providing insights into the customs and traditions of the people he encountered. Harriman also discusses the political and economic situation in these countries, and his observations shed light on the geopolitical climate of the time.The second part of the book recounts Harriman's hasty flight through the countries of Europe. He describes his experiences in various European countries, including France, Italy, and Switzerland. Harriman provides a firsthand account of the political and social upheaval that was occurring in Europe during the late 19th century, including the rise of nationalism and the growing tensions between various European powers.Overall, Travels and Observations in the Orient: And a Hasty Flight in the Countries of Europe is an engaging and informative travelogue that provides readers with a glimpse into the world of the late 19th century. Harriman's vivid descriptions of the people and places he encountered make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in history, culture, and travel.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.