Birdseye Views of Far Lands by James T. Nichols
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| Author | Nichols, James T. (James Thomas), 1865- |
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| LoC No. | 22022443 |
| Title | Birdseye Views of Far Lands |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Birdseye Views of Far Lands" by James T. Nichols is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This work captures the author's vivid observations and experiences from his extensive travels across various countries, focusing on their unique cultures, practices, and landscapes. Aimed at readers who harbor a curiosity for the broader world, the book promises to provide engaging insights into nations often overlooked by conventional history or geography texts. At the start of the book, Nichols sets the tone of his journey by discussing the importance of travel and the wealth of knowledge it imparts. He emphasizes his approach of interacting closely with local people, which enriches his perspective. The opening chapter presents China, highlighting its rich history and cultural traits, such as agricultural practices and the intellectual contributions of the Chinese civilization. Nichols combines personal anecdotes with informative details about China’s achievements, drawing readers into a narrative that is both enlightening and entertaining. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28340 |
| Release Date | Mar 16, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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