Publisher's Synopsis
Mongolia V1: The Tangut Country And The Solitudes Of Northern Tibet is a historical travelogue written by Nikolai Mikhailovich Prejevalsky in 1876. The book details the author's journey through Mongolia, exploring the Tangut country and the remote areas of northern Tibet. Prejevalsky's travels were significant as they marked the first scientific exploration of the region, providing valuable insights into the geography, flora, and fauna of the area. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different aspect of the journey, including encounters with local tribes, descriptions of the landscape, and observations on the wildlife. The author's vivid descriptions and keen observations make this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel, exploration, or the history of Mongolia and Tibet.In Two Volumes.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.
