| Author |
Anderson, John, 1833-1900 |
| LoC No. |
05016095
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| Title |
Mandalay to Momien
A narrative of the two expeditions to western China of 1868 and 1875 under Colonel Edward B. Sladen and Colonel Horace Browne
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Macmillan and co.,1876.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Mandalay to Momien" by John Anderson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This narrative chronicles two expeditions to Western China undertaken in the years 1868 and 1875, led by Colonel Edward B. Sladen and Colonel Horace Browne, providing readers with insights into the geopolitical climate and trade relations in the region. The text likely explores themes of exploration and trade, particularly focusing on the borderlands between Burma and China, with detailed descriptions of the territories, cultures, and challenges faced by the explorers." "The opening of "Mandalay to Momien" sets the stage for the first expedition, emphasizing the longstanding interest among British merchants in establishing an overland trade route with China. Anderson details preparations leading up to the journey, describing the political context that led to the expeditions, including treaties and the motivations behind facilitating trade. The vivid depiction of Mandalay, its bustling markets, and the majesty of the surrounding landscape creates a compelling backdrop for the explorers' journey. The author introduces various characters, including the king of Burma and members of the expedition team, while also highlighting the intricacies and challenges of navigating the Irawady River, setting an adventurous tone for the subsequent travels and interactions with diverse cultures." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
Burma -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Yunnan Sheng (China) -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Sladen, E. B. (Edward Bosc), 1827-1890 -- Travel -- China -- Yunnan Sheng
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| Subject |
Sladen, E. B. (Edward Bosc), 1827-1890 -- Travel -- Burma
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| Subject |
Browne, Horace Albert, 1832-1914 -- Travel -- China -- Yunnan Sheng
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| Subject |
Browne, Horace Albert, 1832-1914 -- Travel -- Burma
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67758 |
| Release Date |
Apr 2, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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