Publisher's Synopsis
Escape With Me! An Oriental Sketch-Book is a travelogue written by Osbert Sitwell, an English writer and poet, describing his travels in the Far East in the early 20th century. The book is a collection of sketches, impressions, and observations of the people, landscapes, and cultures he encountered during his journey. The book covers his travels to various countries such as Japan, China, and India. Sitwell describes the beauty of the landscapes, the customs and traditions of the people, and the art and architecture of the region. He also shares his experiences of meeting with local people, including artists, writers, and intellectuals.Throughout the book, Sitwell's writing is infused with a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world around him, and he invites the reader to join him on his journey of discovery. The book also includes illustrations and photographs that help to bring the places and people he describes to life.Overall, Escape With Me! An Oriental Sketch-Book is a fascinating and engaging travelogue that offers a glimpse into the world of the Far East in the early 20th century, and provides a unique perspective on the region's culture and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
