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100 1 _aFranck, Harry Alverson,
_d1881-1962
245 1 0 _aWandering in Northern China
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated with 171 unusual photographs by the author, with a map showing his route.
500 _aRelease date is 2019-08-03
508 _aProduced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Wandering in Northern China" by Harry Alverson Franck is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's explorations through various regions of Northern China, emphasizing his unstructured journey and personal impressions rather than strict adherence to itineraries or predefined narratives. The text reflects Franck's observations on the culture, landscapes, and people he encounters, aiming to provide readers with an intimate glimpse into life in China during that tumultuous period. The opening of the book presents Franck's rationale for his travels: he seeks a deeper understanding of the East through casual exploration rather than rapid sightseeing, highlighting the richness and complexity inherent in the region. He elaborates on the contrast between his experiences in Japan and Korea, noting geographical, cultural, and atmospheric differences that shape his perception as he arrives in Korea. Franck paints vivid imagery of Korea's landscapes, social customs, and unique architecture while introducing the reader to the realities of life for ordinary Koreans in the face of Japanese rule. Overall, this introductory section sets the tone for a reflective narrative filled with observations that transcend simple travel experiences, delving into the nuances of a culture undergoing significant change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChina -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60047
999 _c100873
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