Burton Holmes
Burton Holmes Travelogues V9: Down The Amur; Peking; The Forbidden City (1910) is a book written by Burton Holmes, a renowned American traveler, photographer, and filmmaker. The book is a compilation of his travelogues, which were originally presented in the form of lectures accompanied by images and films. This volume, the ninth in the series, focuses on Holmes’ travels through the Amur River region in Russia and China, as well as his visit to Peking and the Forbidden City.The book provides a vivid and detailed account of Holmes’ journey down the Amur River, which forms the border between Russia and China. He describes the natural beauty of the region, its people, and their customs and traditions. Holmes also takes the reader on a tour of Peking, the capital of China, and provides an in-depth exploration of the Forbidden City, the former imperial palace complex that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. He shares his observations on the architecture, art, and culture of the city and its people.The book is richly illustrated with photographs taken by Holmes himself, which provide a visual representation of the places and people he encountered on his travels. The images are accompanied by detailed captions that provide additional information and context.Overall, Burton Holmes Travelogues V9: Down The Amur; Peking; The Forbidden City (1910) offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of travel and exploration in the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, culture, 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.
