Sport In The Highlands Of Kashmir

Sport In The Highlands Of Kashmir A Narrative Of An Eight Months' Trip In Baltisan And Ladak, And A Lady's Experience In The Latter Country (1898)

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Publisher's Synopsis

""Sport In The Highlands Of Kashmir"" is a travelogue by Henry Zouch Darrah, published in 1898. The book chronicles the author's eight-month-long trip through the regions of Baltistan and Ladak, located in the highlands of Kashmir. Darrah provides a vivid description of the landscape, climate, and people of the region, along with his experiences of hunting and fishing. The book also includes an account of a lady's experiences in Ladak, providing a unique perspective on the local culture and customs.The author's love for adventure and his passion for hunting and fishing are evident in the book. He describes his encounters with various animals, including ibex, markhor, and snow leopard, and the challenges he faced while pursuing them.Overall, ""Sport In The Highlands Of Kashmir"" is a fascinating account of a bygone era, providing a glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and the outdoors.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781167024931
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 536
Weight: 707g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 27mm