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Vanishing Trails: Ten Years of a Wanderer's Life by Harrison Dale (Cloth, 1926)
By Harrison Dale
Cloth • Cornstalk Publishing Company
Description
Title: Vanishing Trails: Ten Years of a Wanderer's Life
Author/Publisher: Harrison Dale (Cornstalk Publishing Company)
Publication Year: 1926
Format: Cloth
Synopsis
Harrison Dale's 'Vanishing Trails: Ten Years of a Wanderer's Life' offers a compelling non-fiction account from the golden age of travel writing. Published in 1926 by the esteemed Cornstalk Publishing Company, this volume invites readers to journey alongside its author through a decade of personal exploration.
As a dedicated wanderer, Dale chronicles his experiences across diverse landscapes, detailing encounters, observations, and reflections on paths less travelled or places undergoing change. This work serves as a window into the world of the early 20th century, seen through the eyes of an intrepid explorer, intended for an adult audience.
- A Decade of Discovery: The core of the narrative is dedicated to Harrison Dale's ten years of continuous travel. Readers can expect a detailed recounting of his journeys, challenges, and the transformative experiences encountered along the way.
- Exploration of Changing Worlds: The evocative title suggests an exploration of 'vanishing trails,' implying journeys through regions perhaps on the cusp of modernisation or through natural landscapes that reveal their secrets only to the persistent wanderer.
- Personal Reflection and Observation: Beyond mere itineraries, Dale's work likely delves into the philosophical aspects of a life lived on the move, offering insights into cultures, geography, and the human spirit as observed during his extensive travels.
As an original 1926 non-fiction work from the exploration and travel genre, 'Vanishing Trails' stands as a valuable historical document. It appeals to collectors of vintage travelogues and anyone fascinated by the spirit of adventure that defined early 20th-century exploration, offering a unique glimpse into a bygone era of intrepid wandering.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Cloth |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Cornstalk Publishing Company |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Exploration & Travel |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | Yes |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Vanishing Trails: Ten Years of a Wanderer's Life |
| Personalised | No |
| Year Printed | 1926 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
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