My Circular Notes, Vol. 1 of 2: Extracts From Journals, Letters Sent Home, Geological and Other Notes, Written While Travelling Westwards Round the World, From July 6, 1874, to July 6, 1875 (Classic R - Hardcover

John Francis Campbell

9780332320533: My Circular Notes, Vol. 1 of 2: Extracts From Journals, Letters Sent Home, Geological and Other Notes, Written While Travelling Westwards Round the World, From July 6, 1874, to July 6, 1875 (Classic R

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ISBN 10: 0332320537 ISBN 13: 9780332320533

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A travelogue from a 19th‑century wanderer that captures Japan’s terrain, temples, and daily life.

This book presents a vivid, firsthand view of a man’s journey across islands, snow, and mountain passes, blending observation with personal reflection. It offers a window into the author’s experiences, letters, and sketches from his months on the road.

Follow a restless traveler as he moves from tea houses to sacred sites, recording landscapes, customs, and encounters along the way.
Experience detailed scenes of temple life, mountain passes, and small-town exchanges that reveal a world beyond guidebook pages.
See how the author connects geology, astronomy, and culture through thoughtful, accessible observations.
Discover notes on art, design, and craft discovered during his travels, including reflections on patterns that cross cultures.

Ideal for readers of travel writing and historical curiosity, especially those drawn to intimate, era‑specific portraits of Japan.

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