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100 1 _aField, Henry M.
_q(Henry Martyn),
_d1822-1907
245 1 0 _aFrom Egypt to Japan
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-04-18
508 _aProduced by Melissa McDaniel 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"From Egypt to Japan" by Henry M. Field is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the author's journey from Egypt, across various parts of Asia, including India, and eventually to Japan, capturing the diverse cultures and landscapes encountered along the way. Field, who is an American minister, shares not only his observations and experiences as a traveler but also delves into the historical and cultural significance of the places he visits. The opening of the book introduces readers to the thrill of travel as Field embarks on his journey from Constantinople to Egypt. He vividly describes the sights and sounds aboard the ship laden with a diverse group of passengers, including Muslim pilgrims and officials, reflecting on the vibrancy of multicultural interaction. Upon arriving in Alexandria, Field expresses awe at the rich history of the land, highlighting the Pyramids and the contrasting modernity of the city. As he explores Cairo and interacts with its bustling life, Field captures the essence of Egypt's climate, society, and religious practices, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his travels across the continent. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVoyages and travels
653 _aEast Asia -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39474
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