Converse Loring (40 results)

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Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an account of the author's trip around the globe. The author and their travel companion embarked on a journey of several months, which encompassed stops in Japan, China, and India, among other countries. Combining wit and observation, the author provides a unique narrative of foreign lands and people, examining their way of life and customs through an American lens. The book explores the author's experiences traveling in the 1880s, a time of significant global change and modernization. Through its insightful and entertaining descriptions of different cultures and traditions, this book offers readers an invaluable opportunity to explore the past and gain a deeper understanding of foreign lands and traditions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

cloth. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. 1st Ed 454pp, frontis, signed, illus, dec. cloth nice Howes C-720 Includes early Arizona and New Mexico, rare today.

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454pp. + 16pgs hotel ads numerous black & white illustrations Howes C270: 1st Edition tiny tear in spine, 3 small tears back cover, header partially chewed, else VG.

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LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 492. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1882 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 492.…

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 512. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1882 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Volume 1882 Language: English Pages: 512 Volume 1882.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 492.

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 492.

First Edition. Octavo. Signed by the author. From the library of Barry Goldwater with his bookplate. 454 pages, [16]pp. advertising for travelers and illustrated with, 14 plates. . Like Mark Twain and U.S. Grant, Converse and his wife decided to travel around the world in the early 1880's. As he left Ohio, they traveled by train through the Southwest and were warned of Indian raids. they came to Deming, New Mexico Territory a town that was 10 weeks old with a population of 150 and ruled by a desperado (p. 20) He describes Fort Yuma and its desolate condition which he contrasts for the next two chapters on the richness of California, His visits to Japan and China show how a typical Midwesterner viewed the cultures (using the terms 'Jap" and "Chinamen") but describes many customers in the interior while he laments the westernizing of the cities which he realizes takes away from the authenticity of the culture. He claims in his visit to India that Europeans are viewed beneath the lowest caste in India. A fascinating account by an astute observer but one who attempted to understand the culture and not just observe temples and monuments. Bound in brown cloth lettered in gilt, thick rule in black, spine gilt, corners bumped, only light wear to spine ends, front hinge cracked through endpaper. (Howes C720).…

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 494 pages. 9.00x6.50x1.24 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 492 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1882. Text in English. This comprehensive travelogue by Loring Converse provides an intimate and detailed account of his global journey in the late 19th century. The work offers vivid descriptions of diverse landscapes, cultures, and societies encountered during his travels, from bustling urban centers to remote rural regions. Converse's observations are enriched by his personal reflections, making this not just a geographical record but also a cultural and historical document of its time. The narrative captures the spirit of Victorian-era exploration, offering insights into the perceptions and attitudes of the period. This reprint preserves the original text, making it accessible to modern readers interested in travel literature, colonial history, and the evolution of global perspectives. A valuable resource for historians, literary scholars, and enthusiasts of travel writing. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 454 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1882. of the 1882 of Notes of what I saw, and how I saw it by Loring Converse. A bibliographic and historical work in English, offered as a modern print reproduction for collectors, researchers, and readers interested in 19th-century travel and observation literature. Images shown are for reference only and may not correspond exactly to the reprinted copy. Modern of the 1882 of Notes of what I saw, and how I saw it by Loring Converse. An English-language title of bibliographic and historical interest, suitable for research, reference, and private collections. Images are for reference only and may not match the supplied reprint exactly. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…