Publisher's Synopsis
Product Description
This is a reformatted edition of the 1895 book and has been developed from different copies of the original work. In this, we have retained the original text and have made only minor corrections to the spellings of some native terms and to the grammar where it couldn't be resisted. We have also included all the illustrations and maps that were in the earlier work.
Book Description
A fascinating travelogue from the late 19th century giving an account of the journeys made by the author to the valleys of Kulu in the Indian Himalayas and Kuram in NWFP (now in Pakistan); illustrated with beautiful photographs of landscapes and people of both the regions.
Reviews of the Book when it was first Published in 1895
"A vivid and straightforward account of two expeditions undertaken by Mr. Gore-one in company with his brother, Colonel St. G. Gore, R.E, to the Kulu district of the Himalayas; the other in company with Mr. Merk, C.S.I., to the Kuram Valley, when Mr. Merk, as Political Officer, was charged with the duty of taking over that turbulent district on behalf of the Government of India. . . . But the distinguishing feature of Mr. Gore's book is . . . the remarkable series of reproductions of photographs taken by himself." - TIMES.
"Mr. Gore's experiences amongst these formidable hillmen have enabled him to write a book that is not only entertaining, but eminently instructive. Let us add that it is profusely and beautifully illustrated." - DAILY TELEGRAPH.
"Mr. Gore possesses to a high degree the art of descriptive writing . . . we accompany the traveller, see his sights, share his feelings, and are satisfied. To this result, however, it must be admitted that something beyond the mere text contributes. It is adorned with a great number of photographs, which are simply wonderful for their perspicuity and perfection of execution." - GUARDIAN.
