The Silent Traveller In London
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 7th impr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Chiang Yee's The Silent Traveller In London chronicles a unique perspective on the bustling British capital, presenting the city's iconic landmarks and everyday life through the eyes of a Chinese scholar. This charming travelogue illustrates the subtle differences and surprising similarities between Eastern and Western cultures, offering readers a fresh appreciation for London's enduring character. Yee's gentle wit and keen observations detail the city's parks, pubs, and people, creating a vivid tapestry of 20th-century London. The narrative captures the essence of a city undergoing change, all while maintaining its timeless appeal. It is an insightful and contemplative journey that invites readers to rediscover a beloved metropolis.
Author: Chiang Yee
Format: Hardback
Published: 1946, Country Life Ltd., London
Edition: 7th impr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Chiang Yee's The Silent Traveller In London chronicles a unique perspective on the bustling British capital, presenting the city's iconic landmarks and everyday life through the eyes of a Chinese scholar. This charming travelogue illustrates the subtle differences and surprising similarities between Eastern and Western cultures, offering readers a fresh appreciation for London's enduring character. Yee's gentle wit and keen observations detail the city's parks, pubs, and people, creating a vivid tapestry of 20th-century London. The narrative captures the essence of a city undergoing change, all while maintaining its timeless appeal. It is an insightful and contemplative journey that invites readers to rediscover a beloved metropolis.