Publisher's Synopsis
""Voyage to Korea and the Island of Loo-Choo"" is a travelogue written by Basil Hall, a British naval officer, in the early 19th century. The book recounts Hall's journey to Korea and the Ryukyu Islands (now known as Okinawa) in 1816-1817, during which he observed and documented the cultures, customs, and geography of these regions.The first part of the book focuses on Hall's experiences in Korea, where he was part of a diplomatic mission to establish trade relations between Britain and Korea. He describes the country's landscape, cities, and people, as well as their social customs and religious practices. Hall also provides insights into the political tensions between Korea and neighboring countries, particularly China and Japan.The second part of the book documents Hall's visit to the Island of Loo-Choo, which was then an independent kingdom. He describes the island's geography, flora, and fauna, as well as the customs and traditions of the Loo-Chooans. Hall also provides a detailed account of his interactions with the island's rulers, including their hospitality and generosity towards him and his crew.Throughout the book, Hall provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people he encounters, as well as his own thoughts and reflections on the cultures he observes. ""Voyage to Korea and the Island of Loo-Choo"" is a valuable historical document, offering insights into the early interactions between Western powers and East Asian countries, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the cultures and societies of Korea and Loo-Choo in the early 19th 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.
