Unbeaten Tracks in Japan (eBook, ePUB) - Bird, Isabella L.
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Isabella L. Bird's 'Unbeaten Tracks in Japan' is a captivating travelogue that offers readers a unique perspective on Japan during the late 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and detailed accounts of her adventures, Bird provides a glimpse into the lesser-known regions of the country and sheds light on its culture, customs, and people. Her eloquent prose and keen observations make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history and travel literature. Bird's literary style combines a sense of adventure with a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world,…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Isabella L. Bird's 'Unbeaten Tracks in Japan' is a captivating travelogue that offers readers a unique perspective on Japan during the late 19th century. Through vivid descriptions and detailed accounts of her adventures, Bird provides a glimpse into the lesser-known regions of the country and sheds light on its culture, customs, and people. Her eloquent prose and keen observations make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history and travel literature. Bird's literary style combines a sense of adventure with a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world, making her work both informative and engaging. This book is a must-read for those looking to explore Japan beyond the beaten path and gain a deeper understanding of its rich heritage. Isabella L. Bird's firsthand experiences and insightful commentary offer a fresh and insightful perspective on a country that continues to fascinate readers to this day.
Autorenporträt
Isabella Lucy Bird (1831-1904) was an intrepid 19th-century British explorer, writer, photographer, and naturalist known for her extensive travels and widely read accounts of her adventures. Bird transcended the expectations of her era, which often restricted women's experiences to the domestic sphere. Instead, she embarked on solo expeditions to places considered unconventional for a Victorian woman, harnessing her experiences into compelling narratives. One of her remarkable works, 'Unbeaten Tracks in Japan' (1880), provides an insightful and vividly detailed account of her 1878 journey to Japan's lesser-known regions during a period of significant cultural transition for the country. Written with an anthropological eye and literary finesse, the book offers observations on Japanese society, culture, and landscapes from a unique and somewhat untethered female perspective. Bird's writings, which include other noted works such as 'A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains' and 'The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither', contribute not only to travel literature but also to the geographic and ethnographic knowledge of her time. Her literary style, characterized by a blend of personal reflection, keen observation, and descriptive precision, has ensured her place in the canon of travel literature. Bird was the first woman inducted into the Royal Geographical Society, a testament to her significant contributions to the field of geography and exploration.