TY - BOOK AU - Andrews,Roy Chapman AU - Andrews,Yvette Borup TI - Camps and Trails in China: A Narrative of Exploration, Adventure, and Sport in Little-Known China AV - DS PY - 2004/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - China -- Description and travel KW - Andrews, Roy Chapman, 1884-1960 KW - Andrews, Yvette Borup KW - Heller, Edmund, 1875-1939 KW - Asiatic Zoölogical Expedition (1916-1917) KW - Natural history -- China -- Yunnan Sheng KW - Zoology -- China -- Yunnan Sheng KW - Hunting -- China -- Yunnan Sheng KW - Yunnan Sheng (China) -- Description and travel KW - China -- Social life and customs -- 1912-1949 N1 - Release date is 2004-05-01; Tom Cosmas produced from materials made available by the Hathi Trust and are placed in the Public Domain; Originally published; United States: D. Appleton and Company, 1918 N2 - "Camps and Trails in China" by Roy Chapman Andrews and Yvette Borup Andrews is an adventure narrative written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the Asiatic Zoölogical Expedition conducted by the American Museum of Natural History in China between 1916 and 1917. The narrative focuses on the experiences of the authors, along with their companions, as they explore the diverse ecosystems of Yün-nan, interact with various indigenous tribes, and engage in hunting expeditions for big game, including the elusive blue tiger. The opening of the book sets the stage for the expedition, discussing the cultural and political background of early 20th-century China, including the turmoil surrounding Yuan Shi-kai's failed monarchy. It introduces the members of the expedition and the logistical challenges they face in navigating the unfamiliar landscapes and interacting with indigenous peoples. The authors detail their preparations and early travels, highlighting their arrival in Foochow and the chaotic environment surrounding them as they begin their journey toward Yün-nan, aiming for big game hunts while also documenting their findings in zoology and anthropology. The blend of adventure, personal anecdotes, and the allure of exploring the uncharted territories of China creates a captivating introduction to the broader themes of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=yale.39002013395596 UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12296 ER -