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100 1 _aPowell, E. Alexander
_q(Edward Alexander),
_d1879-1957
245 1 0 _aWhere the strange trails go down
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-12-04
520 _a"Where the Strange Trails Go Down" by E. Alexander Powell is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book embarks on an adventurous exploration of the alluring and often uncharted regions of Malaysia, covering places such as Borneo, the Sulu Archipelago, and Java. The author aims to paint a vivid picture of the culture, landscapes, and challenges of these lands, while also introducing the various characters that inhabit these exotic locales, from planters and explorers to native tribes. The opening of the narrative sets the stage by recounting the author's childhood fascination with tales of adventure in far-off lands, inspired by a retired whaling captain's stories. After years of waiting, Powell finally embarks on his own journey to explore these magical places, determined to capture the vivid sights and sound for those confined to ordinary lives. His expedition, aided by influential figures, promises to showcase the unique and colorful aspects of Malaysian life, including the fascinating interplay between civilization and savagery. This section effectively lays the groundwork for a blend of light-hearted adventure and serious reflection on colonialism and the lives of both the colonizers and the indigenous peoples they encounter. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSoutheast Asia -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27404
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