Robert Fortune

Three Years' Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China (eBook, ePUB)

Journey through Northern China's Cultural Landscape

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Robert Fortune's 'Three Years' Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China' is a captivating account of his travels through remote regions of China in the nineteenth century. This travelogue provides valuable insights into the culture, customs, and landscapes of Northern China, as well as the interactions between the local population and Western explorers. Fortune's detailed descriptions and vivid imagery transport the reader to a distant land, making this book a remarkable literary achievement in the travel writing genre. It also serves as a historical document of great importance, shedding light on a lesser-known part of China's past. As a pioneering work of travel literature, Fortune's book stands out for its engaging narrative style and meticulous attention to detail. Readers interested in Chinese history, culture, and travel writing will find 'Three Years' Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China' to be a fascinating and enlightening read.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1179
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664619556
• Artikelnr.: 58500991

Autorenporträt

Robert Fortune (1812 – 1880) was a Scottish botanist, traveler, and plant hunter renowned for his extensive explorations in Asia, during which he introduced numerous plant species to the West. Fortune's ventures into horticulture and botany were driven by his appointment as a collector for the horticultural society of London, an experience which honed his skills in plant cultivation and collection. His literary contributions, particularly 'Three Years' Wanderings in the Northern Provinces of China' (1847), provide a detailed account of his observations and experiences during his expeditions. Fortune's narrative blends botanical inquiry with keen ethnographic description, showcasing his meticulous nature as a scientist and his eloquent prose. This seminal work offers insights into the landscapes, customs, and flora of mid-19th century China from the unique perspective of a Western naturalist. Apart from his botanical pursuits, Fortune is also credited for the successful transportation of tea plants from China to India, an endeavor that significantly impacted the global tea industry. His contributions to horticulture, both practical and literary, remain influential to this day, reflecting a legacy marked by adventurous spirit and scientific curiosity.