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  • Korea And Her Neighbors; A Narrative Of Travel, With An Account Of The Recent Vicissitudes And Present Position Of The Country
    Isabella L. Bird
    In the twilight of the 19th century, a world both familiar and foreign unfolds-a land of intricate customs, vibrant landscapes, and a society on the brink of transformation. This historical travelogue invites you on an immersive journey through Korea, capturing the essence of a nation poised between tradition and modernity. With the keen eye of a Victorian travel writer, the na...
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    24,34 €

  • Journeys In Persia And Kurdistan, Volume 2; Including A Summer In The Upper Karun Region And A Visit To The Nestorian Rayahs
    Isabella L. Bird
    In a world where the past whispers through the pages of history, this remarkable travel memoir unravels the vivid tapestry of 19th-century travel, inviting readers into an era of adventure in Persia and Kurdistan. As you traverse the Upper Karun Region and visit the Nestorian Rayahs, the narrative unfolds with the precision of a Victorian travel literature classic, capturing th...
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    21,94 €

  • Journeys In Persia And Kurdistan, Volume 1; Including A Summer In The Upper Karun Region And A Visit To The Nestorian Rayahs
    Isabella L. Bird
    In the heart of the 19th century Middle East, where the vastness of Kurdish landscapes meets the intricate tapestry of Persian culture, unfolds a travel memoir that defies the passage of time. This Victorian travelogue, once lost to the ages, is now republished by Alpha Editions, offering readers a rare glimpse into a world both distant and familiar. As you journey through the ...
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    21,10 €

  • Among The Tibetans
    Isabella L. Bird
    Among the Tibetans is a detailed travel narrative that captures an explorer’s remarkable journey through the Himalayas into the remote and strikingly beautiful region of Lesser Tibet. The book presents a vivid portrayal of the natural grandeur of Kashmir, its political tensions, and the author’s determination to experience life beyond familiar borders. It opens with reflections...
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    9,58 €

  • Notes on Old Edinburgh
    Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy) Bird
    'Notes on Old Edinburgh' by Isabella L. Bird offers a compelling glimpse into the social conditions of 19th-century Edinburgh, Scotland. This meticulously prepared edition republishes Bird’s observations on the city’s urban landscape and the lives of its poor. A valuable resource for those interested in social science, poverty, and urban history, the book provides a detailed lo...
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    15,79 €

  • Chinese Pictures
    Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy) Bird
    'Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China' by Mrs. J.F. Bishop offers a captivating glimpse into late 19th-century China. More than just a collection of images, this volume provides invaluable insight into Chinese culture, customs, and traditions through stunning vintage photography.Explore the visual tapestry of a bygone era, showcasing the unique costumes and dail...
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    20,11 €

  • Chinese Pictures
    Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy) Bird
    'Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China' by Mrs. J.F. Bishop offers a captivating glimpse into late 19th-century China. More than just a collection of images, this volume provides invaluable insight into Chinese culture, customs, and traditions through stunning vintage photography.Explore the visual tapestry of a bygone era, showcasing the unique costumes and dail...
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    33,75 €

  • Chinese pictures
    Isabella L. Bird
    Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of 19th-century China with 'Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China' by the intrepid Isabella L. Bird. This captivating collector’s edition, republished by Alpha Editions after being out of print for decades, offers a rare glimpse into a world long past. Through Bird’s vivid notes and stunning photographs, readers a...
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    11,25 €

  • Unbeaten Tracks in Japan
    Isabella L. Bird
    Unbeaten Tracks in Japan, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned...
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    21,20 €

  • The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither
    Isabella L. Bird
    'The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither' is an ancient natural historical story book written by Isabella L. Bird. 'The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither' is typically a travelogue on Isabella L. Bird’s activities at some stage in the Malay peninsula. A chook’s-eye view of the Malay Peninsula’s far flung areas, proposing interactions with indigenous peoples, flora, and sp...
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    15,90 €

  • The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither (Travels in Malaysia)
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    'The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither' is a travel narrative penned by Isabella Lucy Bird during the late 19th century, documenting her extensive journey through Southeast Asia. Published in 1883, this book chronicles Bird’s explorations across the Malay Peninsula, Singapore, and other regions in what is now known as Malaysia and Thailand.In her signature descriptive style...
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    15,23 €

  • Korea and Her Neighbors
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    'Korea and Her Neighbors' is a travelogue written by Isabella Lucy Bird, a renowned Victorian-era explorer and writer. Published in 1898, the book details Bird’s extensive travels throughout Korea and neighboring regions during the late 19th century.Isabella Bird’s writings are characterized by her vivid descriptions of the places she visited and the people she encountered. In ...
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    18,54 €

  • Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan (Volume 2)
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume 2 (of 2) is the second volume in Isabella Lucy Bird’s published memoirs recounting her continued travels through Persia and Kurdistan in the late 19th century. This volume provides Bird’s vivid first-hand account of her travels through the Upper Karun region and her visits with the Nestorian Rayahs Christian community.With her unique voi...
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    16,43 €

  • Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan (Volume 1)
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    'Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan (Volume 1)' is part of Isabella Lucy Bird’s travel writings, chronicling her expeditions through Persia (modern-day Iran) and Kurdistan in the latter half of the 19th century. Published in 1891, this volume recounts her immersive experiences, encounters, and observations during her extensive travels through these regions.Isabella Lucy Bird, kno...
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    15,26 €

  • The Englishwoman in America
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    'The Englishwoman in America' penned by Isabella Lucy Bird offers a captivating firsthand account of her travels through the United States during the mid-19th century. Published in 1856, this insightful narrative presents Bird’s observations, encounters, and adventures as she traverses the diverse landscapes and cultures of America.Bird, a bold and intrepid traveler, provides v...
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    16,53 €

  • Notes on Old Edinburgh
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    'Notes on Old Edinburgh' by Isabella Lucy Bird offers a compelling glimpse into the historical and architectural tapestry of Scotland’s capital city. In this book, published in 1891, Bird meticulously documents her explorations and observations of Edinburgh’s rich heritage.With vivid prose and keen insights, Bird navigates through the cobbled streets and historic landmarks, cap...
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    5,67 €

  • The Hawaiian Archipelago
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    In this 1875 travel memoir, Isabella Bird recounts her captivating journey through the enchanting Hawaiian Islands in 1873 at the age of 41. The narrative focuses on her daring exploration, particularly her challenging treks up two of the world’s tallest volcanoes located on the Big Island: Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea. Starting her journey on Oahu, Bird explores the bustling city o...
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    16,48 €

  • Among the Tibetans
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    At the age of 63, Isabella Lucy Bird embarked on a remarkable journey that would become the captivating narrative of ’Among the Tibetans.’ Published in the late 19th century, this account chronicles her awe-inspiring and formidable voyages across the sprawling Tibetan Plateaus and the breathtaking Himalayan mountain realms. Beginning her expedition in 1889, Bird ventured into t...
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    8,60 €

  • Chinese Pictures
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    Originally published in 1902, ’Chinese Pictures-Notes on Photographs Made in China’ immerses readers in the enigmatic world of China through the remarkable perspective of Isabella L. Bird, an intrepid explorer and perceptive chronicler. This exceptional compilation encapsulates Bird’s astute observations and evocative descriptions, complementing a striking series of photographs...
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    8,15 €

  • A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    Published in 1879, ’A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains’ is a compelling collection of letters penned by Isabella Lucy Bird, addressed to her sister and chronicling her extraordinary expeditions through the rugged terrains of the Colorado Rockies. Across an eventful six-month journey astride a horse, Bird traversed over 1,000 miles, venturing through vast expanses of uncharted...
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    18,57 €

  • Unbeaten Tracks in Japan
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    Isabella Bird’s 1878 expedition through Japan, chronicled in ’Unbeaten Tracks in Japan,’ immerses readers in an extraordinary odyssey across the seldom-explored territories of Japan’s remote northern and central regions. Breaking away from conventional travel narratives, Bird adopts an unconventional prose style, crafting a captivating tale of her off-the-beaten-path escapades....
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    17,72 €

  • Notes on Old Edinburgh
    Isabella L. Bird
    Notes on Old Edinburgh , has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from...
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    13,78 €

  • The Hawaiian Archipelago
    Isabella L. Bird
    The Hawaiian Archipelago has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from...
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    19,54 €

  • A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains
    Isabella L. Bird
    This Book 'A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains' has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of th...
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    15,31 €

  • The Yangtze Valley and Beyond
    Bird Isabella L. Bird
    Isabella Bird was greatest travel writer of the late 19th century and this is her master work - an account of a journey in 1897 from Shanghai, up the Yangtze River, through the Gorges, overland to Chengdu, then up into the mountains of eastern Tibet. She almost died twice in riots along the way, which she admits she found annoying. This is a lively and remarkable picture of Chi...
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    19,59 €

  • The Englishwoman In America
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    The Englishwoman in America, the first of Isabella Bird’s numerous travel-related publications, was released in 1856. She recalls in great detail the difficulties and annoyances she had while traveling by road to Boston, Cincinnati, and Chicago as well as while traveling by sea from England to Halifax. The book’s 20 chapters are jam-packed with stories of pickpockets, suitcase ...
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    29,99 €

  • A Lady’s Life In the Rocky Mountains
    Isabella Lucy Bird
    A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains is a travel book by British traveler Isabella Bird, recounting her 1873 excursion to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, on the border of the US. The book is a collection of letters that Bird wrote to her sister, Henrietta, and was published in 1879 by John Murray. In 1872, Isabella Bird left England and went first to Australia, then to Hawaii,...
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    21,30 €

  • Among the Tibetans
    Isabella Bird
    Isabella Bird was the greatest travel writer of the late nineteenth century and she undertook her journey into western Tibet in the early summer of 1889, when she was already in her late fifties. But she was not the slightest bit fazed at the prospect of discomfort and possible death. And nearly die she did, at least once, before the trip was over. Isabella travelled over sever...
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    21,49 €

  • The Golden Chersonese and The Way Thither
    Isabella Bird
    The Golden Chersonese is a travel book written by Isabella Bird, the greatest travel writer of the 19th century, and maybe of all time. It recounts her travels in 1883 through southern China and into the interior of the Malay Peninsula- which in the age of Ancient Greece and Rome was known as the Golden Chersonese. It was ground-breaking reportage at the time because many of th...
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    22,58 €

  • Among the Tibetans
    Isabella Bird L.
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    13,14 €


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