Unbeaten Tracks in Japan by Isabella L. Bird

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Author Bird, Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy), 1831-1904
Title Unbeaten Tracks in Japan
Note Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unbeaten_Tracks_in_Japan
Credits Transcribed from the 1911 John Murray edition by David Price. Second proofing by Kate Ruffell
Summary "Unbeaten Tracks in Japan" by Isabella L. Bird is a travel narrative written during the late 19th century. The book recounts Bird’s experiences as she journeys through the less-visited regions of Japan, particularly focusing on her adventures in the interior and her interactions with the indigenous Ainu people. Bird’s perspective as a Western woman traveling alone in a predominantly male-dominated society provides a unique lens through which the reader can explore the cultural and social intricacies of Japan at the time. The opening of "Unbeaten Tracks in Japan" sets the stage for Bird's travels, depicting her arrival in Yokohama after an arduous sea journey. She reflects on the initial impressions of the Japanese landscape, filled with fishing boats and lush green countryside, as well as her first sighting of the iconic Mount Fuji. As she navigates her new environment, Bird shares her observations on local transportation methods, including the use of sampans and jinrikishas, and introduces the reader to the friendly yet alien aspects of Japanese culture. Her journey begins with a mix of excitement and trepidation as she contemplates her adventure into the interior, marking the start of her exploration of a land that both fascinates and challenges her understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Japan -- Description and travel
Subject Bird, Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy), 1831-1904 -- Travel -- Japan
Category Text
EBook-No. 2184
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 12, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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