Description

News From Tartary: A Journey from Peking to Kashmir is a non-fiction travel and exploration book by Peter Fleming, first published in 1936. This cloth edition recounts Fleming’s epic 3,500-mile journey across Central Asia, from Beijing (Peking) to Srinagar, a challenging route through what was then politically unstable territory. This book is a highly regarded work of 20th-century exploration literature and provides a valuable historical document of Asia in the 1930s.

Synopsis

Title: News From Tartary: Journey From Peking To Kashmir
Author/Publisher: Peter Fleming, Jonathan Cape
Publication Year: 1936
Format: Illustrated Cloth

First published in 1936, Peter Fleming's seminal work, "News From Tartary: Journey From Peking To Kashmir", recounts an extraordinary journey across Central Asia. This non-fiction travelogue captures the spirit of exploration in the mid-20th century, offering a unique perspective on a vast and often inaccessible region.

The book details Fleming's epic 3,500-mile overland expedition, commencing in Beijing (then Peking) and culminating in Srinagar, Kashmir. Undertaken during a period of considerable political flux in Central Asia, his route traversed remote and challenging territories, bringing him into contact with diverse cultures and landscapes.

• An Epic Trans-Asian Journey: Fleming’s narrative charts a formidable expedition across some of the world's most arduous terrains. Readers are taken on a vivid journey through vast deserts, towering mountain passes, and steppes, experiencing the immense scale and isolation of Central Asia firsthand.
• Snapshots of 1930s Central Asia: Beyond geographical exploration, the book offers valuable insights into the political and social conditions of the regions traversed. Fleming’s keen observations capture the unique character and challenges faced by the communities living along his route during a pivotal historical era.
• Richly Illustrated Account: The narrative is complemented by illustrations, enhancing the reader's understanding and immersion in the journey. These visual elements provide a further dimension to Fleming's written descriptions of landscapes, peoples, and encounters.

As a pioneering work of modern travel writing, "News From Tartary" remains a captivating and historically significant account. It stands as a testament to the intrepid spirit of Peter Fleming, offering a timeless adventure and an invaluable historical document for collectors and enthusiasts of exploration literature.

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