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From Pekin to Sikkim: Through the Ordos, the Gobi Desert and Tibet is a travelogue written by Jacques de Lesdain. The book follows the author’s journey from Peking (now Beijing) in China to Sikkim, a state in northeastern India. Along the way, de Lesdain ventures through the Ordos region, the Gobi Desert, and Tibet, encountering a diverse array of cultures, landscapes, and challenges.The book is divided into chapters that cover different stages of the journey, with each chapter providing a detailed account of the author’s experiences and observations. De Lesdain writes vividly about the people he meets, the places he visits, and the difficulties he encounters, such as harsh weather conditions and inhospitable terrain. He also reflects on the historical and cultural significance of the regions he travels through, offering insights into the complex history and politics of China and Tibet.Throughout the book, de Lesdain’s writing is marked by a sense of curiosity and adventure, as well as a deep respect for the people and cultures he encounters. From Pekin to Sikkim: Through the Ordos, the Gobi Desert and Tibet is a fascinating and engaging travelogue that offers readers a unique glimpse into a part of the world that is still relatively unknown to many.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.
