Travels in the Central Parts of Indo-China (Siam), Cambodia, and Laos (Vol. 1 of 2) / During the Years 1858, 1859, and 1860

Name: Travels in the Central Parts of Indo-China (Siam), Cambodia, and Laos (Vol. 1 of 2) / During the Years 1858, 1859, and 1860
Author: Henri Mouhot

By Henri Mouhot

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A traveler's journal recounts journeys through central Indochina, offering detailed observations of landscapes, local customs, and ruined temple complexes in Siam, Cambodia, and Laos, accompanied by sketches and illustrations. It combines narrative travel notes with natural-history entries on insects, shells, and animals, a Cambodian vocabulary, translations of local tales, and archaeological descriptions of impressive ancient monuments. Appendices collect unfinished scientific papers, specimen lists, and letters exchanged with family and correspondents, while editorial notes and drawings contextualize discoveries and daily hardships. The overall record blends field observation, cultural encounter, and scholarly fragments assembled and published posthumously by the author's family.

About the Author

Henri Mouhot

Henri Mouhot was a French naturalist and explorer known for his extensive travels in Southeast Asia during the mid-19th century. His notable work, "Travels in the Central Parts of Indo-China (Siam), Cambodia, and Laos," published in two volumes, documents his observations and experiences in the region from 1858 to 1860. Mouhot's writings provide valuable insights into the geography, culture, and natural history of the areas he explored, including the ancient temples of Angkor. His contributions have helped shape Western understanding of Southeast Asia and its rich heritage.