Description: Overland Through Asia by Thomas W. Knox, published in 1871 by American Publishing Company in Hartford, Connecticut, is a first edition leather-bound volume that chronicles the author's adventurous journey as part of an expedition sent by an American company to build a telegraph line. Knox traveled an impressive 3,600 miles in sledges and 1,400 miles in wagons across Siberia, China, and Tartar regions. Narrative: Knox's narrative offers a gripping account of his expedition, detailing the construction efforts of the telegraph line and the diverse cultures and landscapes he encountered. His descriptive writing, combined with an appropriate map and 193 engraved plate illustrations, vividly portrays the customs, daily lives, and environments of the Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar peoples. The book serves as both a travelogue and an ethnographic study, providing invaluable insights into 19th-century Asian life and the challenges of such a monumental journey. Condition Details:Binding: Leather-bound with cracked joints on the front and back boards, though the boards remain firmly attached.Repairs made to the front hinge.Pages: Some toning and foxing throughout, typical for its age.Illustrations: Features 193 engraved plates, enhancing its visual appeal and historical value.Frontispiece: Includes a frontispiece with a tissue guard, adding to its collectible value. Collectability Highlights:First Edition: A valuable collectible for enthusiasts of historical travel literature and 19th-century exploration.Rich Illustrations: The 193 engraved plates provide a captivating visual depiction of Asian life during Knox’s travels.Condition: Despite the cracked joints and some toning and foxing, the boards remain firmly attached, and the binding is secure, maintaining its structural integrity. This volume is a significant historical artifact, offering a rich narrative and detailed illustrations of 19th-century Asian cultures and the ambitious telegraph expedition. It is a desirable addition to any collection of travel literature and historical exploration.
Price: 700.24 USD
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Book Condition: Good
Binding: Leather
Place of Publication: Hartford
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Title: Overland Through Asia. Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar
Publisher: American Publishing Company
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Year Printed: 1871
Original/Facsimile: Original
Publication Year: 1871
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated, Map
Author: Thomas W. Knox
Region: North America
Personalized: No
Topic: Travel
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
