Adventures in Many Lands (1879)

Adventures In Many Lands is a book written by Parker Gillmore and published in 1879. It is a collection of short stories that take the reader on a journey around the world, exploring different cultures, customs, and landscapes. The book includes tales set in various countries such as Egypt, India, China, and Japan, among others. The stories follow the adventures of different characters, from explorers and traders to missionaries and soldiers. Each story is filled with vivid descriptions of the places visited, as well as the people and animals encountered along the way. The book provides a glimpse into the world as it was in the late 19th century, with its colonialism, imperialism, and the early days of globalization. The stories are engaging and entertaining, and offer a fascinating insight into the world of travel and adventure in the 1800s. Overall, Adventures In Many Lands is a captivating read for anyone interested in history, travel, and adventure.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.