Publisher's Synopsis
To Lhassa At Last is a travelogue written by Powell Millington, first published in 1905. The book chronicles Millington's journey to Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet, which was at the time a relatively unknown and mysterious place to Westerners. Millington's journey begins in Darjeeling, India, where he sets out on foot with a small group of guides and porters. The journey takes them through rugged terrain, across high mountain passes, and through remote villages. Along the way, Millington encounters a variety of people, including Buddhist monks, local traders, and nomadic tribespeople.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the culture of Tibet. Millington provides detailed accounts of the customs and beliefs of the Tibetan people, as well as the challenges and dangers of traveling in such a remote and inhospitable environment. He also offers insights into the political situation in Tibet at the time, including the country's uneasy relationship with China and the influence of the British Empire in the region.To Lhassa At Last is a fascinating and informative account of a journey that was both physically and culturally challenging. Millington's writing is engaging and descriptive, and his observations provide a valuable glimpse into a world that was largely unknown to Westerners at the turn of the 20th century. The book remains a classic of travel literature and a testament to the spirit of adventure and exploration that drove so many explorers and adventurers in the early 20th century.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.
