From Kulja, Across the Tian Shan to Lob-Nor: Including Notices of the Lakes of Central Asia (1879)

From Kulja, Across The Tian Shan To Lob-Nor: Including Notices Of The Lakes Of Central Asia is a travelogue written by the Russian explorer Nikolay Przhevalsky in 1879. The book documents his journey across the Tian Shan mountain range in Central Asia, from Kulja in present-day Xinjiang, China, to the Lob-Nor salt lake in present-day Xinjiang, China. Przhevalsky describes the landscapes, flora, and fauna he encountered on his journey, including the vast deserts, high mountain passes, and the many lakes of the region. He also provides detailed information on the various ethnic groups he encountered, such as the Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, and Uyghurs. The book includes illustrations and maps that provide a visual representation of the landscapes and people Przhevalsky encountered. Additionally, the book provides scientific observations and measurements of the region, including geological formations and the salinity of the lakes. Overall, From Kulja, Across The Tian Shan To Lob-Nor: Including Notices Of The Lakes Of Central Asia is a comprehensive travelogue that provides a unique insight into the Central Asian region during the late 19th century.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.