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  • Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1&2) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. A History of The Legendary Journey

    by Sven Hedin, Phoebe Iverleigh ...
    Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1&2) chronicles Sven Hedin's early twentieth-century expeditions across the Tibetan plateau, with particular attention to geography, caravan travel, monasteries, lakes, passes, and the formidable ranges north of the Himalaya. Written in a vivid, empirical style, the work combines travel narrative, scientific observation, cartographic ... Read more

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  • My Life As an Explorer

    by Sven Hedin ...
    In this classic memoir and travelogue, the Swedish explorer shares the story of his epic journey along the ancient Silk Road.After a childhood spent reading tales of adventure in far-off places, Sven Hedin knew by the time he was twelve years old that he wanted to be an explorer. He lived in an age when maps still contained uncharted territories and he wished to travel to these mysterious ... Read more

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  • Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. A European explorer's Tibetan expeditions: Mount Kailash, the Transhimalaya, and cultural discovery

    by Sven Hedin, Miles Goldhaven, Miles Goldhaven ...
    Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1 & 2) recounts Hedin's traverse of the Chang Tang and approach to Lhasa, where he mapped the northern orographic system he named the Trans-Himalaya. Diary entries alternate with precise topographic surveys, barometric readings, and glaciological notes on the Indus, Sutlej, and Tsangpo–Brahmaputra headwaters. The prose marries empirical ... Read more

    $1.99 USD

  • My Life as an Explorer

    by Sven Hedin ...
    Translated by Alfhild Huebsch ...
    My Life as an Explorer is the captivating autobiography of Sven Hedin, one of the last great explorers of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Through vivid storytelling, Hedin recounts his daring expeditions across the uncharted terrains of Central Asia, Tibet, and the deserts of the Silk Road. From surviving deadly sandstorms to uncovering lost cities and forbidden lands, Hedin offers readers an ... Read more

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  • Scientific Results of a Journey in Central Asia 1899 - 1902. Vol. 1: The Tarim River

    by Dr. Sven Hedin ...
    Hedin's expedition notes laid the foundations for a precise mapping of Central Asia. He was one of the first European scientific explorers to employ indigenous scientists and research assistants on his expeditions. Although primarily an explorer, he was also the first to unearth the ruins of ancient Buddhist cities in Chinese Central Asia. However, as his main interest in archaeology was finding ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1&2)

    A History of The Legendary Journey

    by Sven Hedin ...
    In "Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventures in Tibet," Sven Hedin embarks on a captivating journey into the heart of one of the world's most enigmatic regions. The two-volume work intricately blends vivid travel narrative with meticulous scientific observations, emphasizing Hedin's acute sense of place and cultural nuance. Written in the early 20th century, a time of burgeoning Western ... Read more

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  • Trans-Himalaya – Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1&2)

    Enriched edition. A History of The Legendary Journey

    by Sven Hedin, Finnian Chase ...
    In "Trans-Himalaya 'Äì Discoveries and Adventures in Tibet (Vol. 1&2)," Sven Hedin meticulously chronicles his groundbreaking explorations in the remote regions of Tibet, showcasing both the breathtaking landscapes and the intricate cultural tapestry of the region. Written in a vivid, immersive style, Hedin's work combines rich descriptive prose with detailed cartographic studies that not only ... Read more

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  • Trans-Himalaya: Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet

    Enriched edition. A History of The Legendary Journey

    by Sven Hedin, Camille Bishop ...
    Sven Hedin's 'Trans-Himalaya: Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet' is a captivating account of the author's numerous expeditions through the uncharted territory of Tibet. Written in a descriptive and immersive style, the book provides a vivid portrayal of the breathtaking landscapes and cultures encountered by Hedin during his travels. Drawing on his keen observations and scholarly expertise, ... Read more

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  • With the German Armies in the West

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    by Sven Anders Hedin ...
    This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. Sven Hedin's wartime travel narrative opens with a forceful defense of eyewitness truth, presenting the German armies in the West through the eyes of a sympathetic observer determined to record only what he has seen. From a calm departure in Stockholm to the subdued streets of Berlin, the book traces a journey into ... Read more

    $1.99 USD

  • Trans-Himalaya: Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet. Vol. 1 (of 2)

    by Sven Anders Hedin ...
    "Trans-Himalaya: Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet" by Sven Anders Hedin is a captivating exploration of the remote and mystical regions of Tibet. Hedin, a Swedish geographer and explorer, undertook extensive journeys through the harsh landscapes of the Himalayas, documenting his experiences and the rich cultural tapestry of the Tibetan people. His vivid descriptions and detailed observations ... Read more

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  • From Pole to Pole: A Book for Young People

    by Sven Anders Hedin ...
    "From Pole to Pole: A Book for Young People" by Sven Anders Hedin is an adventurous exploration that takes readers on a journey through some of the most remote and fascinating regions of the Earth. Hedin, a renowned Swedish explorer, shares his experiences and observations from his travels, providing young readers with a vivid picture of the diverse landscapes, cultures, and wildlife he ... Read more

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  • From Pole to Pole: A Book for Young People

    by Sven Anders Hedin ...
    Our journey begins at Stockholm, the capital of my native country. Leaving Stockholm by train in the evening, we travel all night in comfortable sleeping-cars and arrive next morning at the southernmost point of Sweden, the port of Trelleborg, where the sunlit waves sweep in from the Baltic Sea. Here we might expect to have done with railway travelling, and we rather look for the guard to come and ... Read more

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