Out Of This World: Across The Himalayas To Forbidden Tibet (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104843892)

Out Of This World: Across The Himalayas To Forbidden Tibet is a travelogue written by Lowell Thomas Jr. The book is a fascinating account of the author's journey across the Himalayas to the forbidden land of Tibet. The author takes the reader on a thrilling adventure through the rugged terrain and harsh climate of the Himalayas. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the journey. The author describes his encounters with the local people, their customs, and traditions. He also discusses the challenges of traveling through the Himalayas, including the extreme weather conditions and the dangers of the terrain. The author's descriptions of the landscape are vivid and detailed, and the reader is transported to the majestic peaks and valleys of the Himalayas. The author also provides insights into the political situation in Tibet, which was closed to foreigners at the time of his journey. Overall, Out Of This World: Across The Himalayas To Forbidden Tibet is a captivating travelogue that takes the reader on a thrilling journey through one of the most rugged and remote regions of the world. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and the culture and traditions of the Himalayan region.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.

Author: Lowell Jr. Thomas
ISBN-10: 1104843897
ISBN-13: 9781104843892
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 338
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d