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Published by Ess Ess Publications, Egypt, 1978
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Indian Reprint. New Delhi: Ess Ess Publications, (1978). Second Indian Reprint 1978 (stated). 8vo. 283pp, Index. Hardcover. Very good condition in dj. First published in 1903, "at once a good piece of history as well as a useful anthropological guide to the l…ocal life and culture" (dj). ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 283 pages.
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Published by Ess Ess Publications, Delhi, 1976
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Reprint. 283p, ills. On Ladakh.
Published by Ess Ess Publications, New Delhi, 1978
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Himalayan Tibet' is a comprehensive and vivid travelogue and ethnographic account of the Ladakh region, commonly known as 'Little Tibet.' Written by A. Reeve Heber and Kathleen M. Heber, who spent over a decade living and working as medical missionaries in the area during the early 20t…h century, this work offers an intimate perspective on a culture then largely isolated from the Western world.
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Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Himalayan Tibet' is a comprehensive and vivid travelogue and ethnographic account of the Ladakh region, commonly known as 'Little Tibet.' Written by A. Reeve Heber and Kathleen M. Heber, who spent over a decade living and working as medical missionaries in the area during the early 20th centu…ry, this work offers an intimate perspective on a culture then largely isolated from the Western world.The book details the authors' extensive observations on the geography, social structures, and spiritual life of the Himalayan borderlands. Readers are provided with in-depth descriptions of the city of Leh, the vibrant monastic festivals, and the intricate customs of the local inhabitants. Beyond mere travel reporting, the narrative delves into the practicalities of life at high altitudes, including agriculture, trade routes, and the diverse ethnic groups that converged in this remote crossroads of Central Asia.A significant contribution to Himalayan studies, 'The Himalayan Tibet' serves as a vital historical record. It captures the unique atmosphere of the region before modern geopolitical changes, making it an essential read for those interested in Central Asian history, anthropology, and the enduring allure of the Tibetan plateau.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 may 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.
Language: English
Published by Delhi, Ess Ess Publications,, 1976
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Condition: Sehr gut. Original cloth binding with dust jacket, 283 pages, 32 illustrations on plates, very good condition. Narrative on the country and some of the experiences by the authors who were medical missionaries in Kashmir and Ladakh. Reprint 50 years after the original appeared in 1926. The textual quality is good, the…illustrations or not so well reprinted and the publisher did not go to the trouble to reprint the map. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 660.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Himalayan Tibet" is a comprehensive and vivid travelogue and ethnographic account of the Ladakh region, commonly known as "Little Tibet." Written by A. Reeve Heber and Kathleen M. Heber, who spent over a decade living and working as medical missionaries in the area during the early 20th… century, this work offers an intimate perspective on a culture then largely isolated from the Western world.The book details the authors' extensive observations on the geography, social structures, and spiritual life of the Himalayan borderlands. Readers are provided with in-depth descriptions of the city of Leh, the vibrant monastic festivals, and the intricate customs of the local inhabitants. Beyond mere travel reporting, the narrative delves into the practicalities of life at high altitudes, including agriculture, trade routes, and the diverse ethnic groups that converged in this remote crossroads of Central Asia.A significant contribution to Himalayan studies, "The Himalayan Tibet" serves as a vital historical record. It captures the unique atmosphere of the region before modern geopolitical changes, making it an essential read for those interested in Central Asian history, anthropology, and the enduring allure of the Tibetan plateau.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Language: English
Published by Philadelphia, J. B. Lippincott,, 1926
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Seller: Books and Beaches, Anna Bechteler, Icking, GermanyBooks and Beaches, Anna Bechteler
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Condition: Sehr gut. Original gilt decorated cloth, 284 pages, 32 illustrations on plates, one folding map, spine a bit sunned (as usual with this title) and slightly soiled, endpapers browned, contemporary ownership inscription on front endpaper, otherwise very good condition. Narrative on the country and some of the experience…s by the authors who were medical missionaries in Kashmir and Ladakh. Identical to the British edition of the same year. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 660.
Language: English
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Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, IndiaS N Books World
Contact seller5-star sellerLeatheBound. 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: 316. A perfect gift…for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1926 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: 316.
Language: English
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Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherBound. 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: 330. A perfect gift… for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1926 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: 330.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "The Himalayan Tibet" is a comprehensive and vivid travelogue and ethnographic account of the Ladakh region, commonly known as "Little Tibet." Written by A. Reeve Heber and Kathleen M. Heber, who spent over a decade living and working as medical missionaries in the area during the early 20th… century, this work offers an intimate perspective on a culture then largely isolated from the Western world.The book details the authors' extensive observations on the geography, social structures, and spiritual life of the Himalayan borderlands. Readers are provided with in-depth descriptions of the city of Leh, the vibrant monastic festivals, and the intricate customs of the local inhabitants. Beyond mere travel reporting, the narrative delves into the practicalities of life at high altitudes, including agriculture, trade routes, and the diverse ethnic groups that converged in this remote crossroads of Central Asia.A significant contribution to Himalayan studies, "The Himalayan Tibet" serves as a vital historical record. It captures the unique atmosphere of the region before modern geopolitical changes, making it an essential read for those interested in Central Asian history, anthropology, and the enduring allure of the Tibetan plateau.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
More imagesPublished by Seeley Service & Co Ltd, London, 1926
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First British edition. A record of 12 years spent in the land of Lesser Tibet with a description of its cheery folks, their ways and religion, of the rigorous of the climate & beauties of the country, Its Fauna and Flora. Profusely illustrated with photo plates and a folding ma…p ( see attached sample images), 283 pages + publisher's advts covering a few vintage books. Reddish orange cloth lightly faded on the spine and top front. Binding is firm and all plates and map present. A Good+ British edition, sought after by collectors.
Published by J.B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, 1926
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Philadelphia: J.B. Lippincott, 1926 283 pp with with 32 B&W plates and one foldout map. Pictures from a Saturday Evening Post article on Lowell Thomas's visit to Lhasa are pasted on the three first free pages and the last two blank pages. This illustrations do not cover…any text. Text is clean, tight and unmarked. Previous owner's bookplate on from pastedown. Orange buckram boards with gold-stamped titles on spine and picture of a stupa on the front cover are undamaged but somewhat faded along spine. The Hebers who were Moravian missionaries in Ladakh from 1912 to1924, document the history, politics and culture of Ladakh (referred to as little Tibet.). First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket.
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More imagesPublished by J. B. Lippincott, Philadelphia, 1926
Seller: Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB), St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB)
Contact seller5-star sellerFirst American edition (London sheets with a new title page), 8vo, pp. [4], xi-xvi, 283, [1]; folding map printed in blue, 32 photographic illustrations on 16 plates; original orange cloth stamped in gilt on upper cover and spine; spine a bit faded, else very good. "A popular and not highly technical account of the land and the…people" (Preface).
More imagesPublished by Seeley Service & Co, London, 1926
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Seller: Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB), St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.Rulon-Miller Books (ABAA / ILAB)
Contact seller5-star sellerFirst Edition. First edition, 8vo, pp. [v]-xvi, 283, [4] ads; folding map printed in blue, 32 photographic illustrations on 16 plates; original orange cloth stamped in gilt on upper cover and spine; spine a bit faded, else very good. "A popular and not highly technical account of the land and the people" (Preface). Yakushi H-160…: "Based on the experiences of a 12-years' residence 1912-24 in Ladakh.".
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Contact seller5-star sellerLeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1926 edition. 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 band…s. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 318 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. 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. Pages: 318.
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More imagesSeller: RARE ORIENTAL BOOK CO., ABAA, ILAB, Aptos, CA, U.S.A.RARE ORIENTAL BOOK CO., ABAA, ILAB
Contact seller5-star sellerPhiladelphia 1926, Lippincott. Orange cloth, very good, 283p index, 32 b.w. plates, folding map, head of spine head bit rubbed, contents clean, in Mylar clear dust jacket,13 x 22.5 cm. FIRST EDITION S C A R C E . *** **** *** . . TWELVE YEARS RESIDENCE IN LADAKH . . . EXCELLENT PRIMARY RESOURCE . .* This excellent primary resour…ce is based on 12 years of the author & his wife's residence in Ladakh, as a physician. . He offers the reader a most keen insight to the region, its people, customs & associated subjects. He travelled widely in the region. The doctor observes with the trained eye and adeptly comments on native medicine and cures, monasteries, Ladakh, customs, rites, ceremonies, sports, pastimes, the mountains & natural setting. Ladakh, Lamaland, Zankskar, Brogpa & Khampa, modes & manners, profession & industries, occidental treatment for oriental maladies, Rajahs & royalties of demons, dances & dinners. . A typical monastery, Skukshogs and scandals, Hemis, the lure of Ladakh.superb reading ! Co-author was Kathleen M. Heber. . *** Color photos are posted to our website. . *** REFERENCES: . Yakushi 168 . *.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1926. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 316, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 316 316.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1926. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 320, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 320 320.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Himalayan Tibet" is a comprehensive and vivid travelogue and ethnographic account of the Ladakh region, commonly known as "Little Tibet." Written by A. Reeve Heber and Kathleen M. Heber, who spent over a decade living and working as medical missionaries in the area during the early 20th… century, this work offers an intimate perspective on a culture then largely isolated from the Western world.The book details the authors' extensive observations on the geography, social structures, and spiritual life of the Himalayan borderlands. Readers are provided with in-depth descriptions of the city of Leh, the vibrant monastic festivals, and the intricate customs of the local inhabitants. Beyond mere travel reporting, the narrative delves into the practicalities of life at high altitudes, including agriculture, trade routes, and the diverse ethnic groups that converged in this remote crossroads of Central Asia.A significant contribution to Himalayan studies, "The Himalayan Tibet" serves as a vital historical record. It captures the unique atmosphere of the region before modern geopolitical changes, making it an essential read for those interested in Central Asian history, anthropology, and the enduring allure of the Tibetan plateau.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 may 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
