From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows / A Narrative of a Journey by Sledge over the Snows of European Russia and Siberia, by Caravan Through Mongolia, Across the Gobi Desert and the Great Wall, and by Mule Palanquin Through China to Pekin

Name: From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows / A Narrative of a Journey by Sledge over the Snows of European Russia and Siberia, by Caravan Through Mongolia, Across the Gobi Desert and the Great Wall, and by Mule Palanquin Through China to Pekin
Author: Victor Meignan

By Victor Meignan

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The author recounts a long winter expedition from western Europe across Russia and Siberia, continuing by caravan through Mongolia, the Gobi Desert and past the Great Wall, and finally traveling by mule palanquin into Pekin. The narrative combines day-to-day travel episodes, practical detail about routes, transport, climate and customs, and vivid descriptions of landscapes, settlements and local peoples. Encounters, minor adventures and reflections on authority, independence and cultural contrasts recur alongside sketches, maps and illustrative notes that orient readers to the journey's stages.

About the Author

Victor Meignan

Victor Meignan was a French author and traveler known for his adventurous narratives that explore the vast landscapes of Siberia and Mongolia. His notable work, "From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows," recounts his remarkable journey across challenging terrains, including the Gobi Desert and the Great Wall of China. Through vivid descriptions and personal reflections, Meignan offers readers a glimpse into the cultures and environments he encountered during his travels. His writings contribute to the literary heritage of travel literature, capturing the spirit of exploration in the late 19th century.