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1945-6 Chinese and Indian AlbumLondon: 1945-6The first editions of these two delightful works of travel photography from Cecil Beaton, illustrated with his photographs from trips to China and India in the 1940s. -
1971 Narrative of a Journey in the Interior of ChinaNew York : 1971A very smart facsimile of the 1818 first edition of Narrative of a Journey in the Interior of China, richly illustrated and with folding maps. -
1971 Narrative of a Journey in the Interior of ChinaNew York : 1971A lovely facsimile of the 1818 edition of Narrative of a Journey in the Interior of China, richly illustrated and with folding maps. -
1988 2 Vols Huc and Gabet: Travels in Tartary Thibet and China 1844-1846New Delhi: 1988Two smart re-print volumes that depict Huc and Gabet's travels in Tartary, Thibet and China. -
1976 A Collection of Famous Chinese Paintings Tang Sung Yuan & Ming DynastiesTaipai: 1976The first edition of this beautiful two volume work on the famous Chinese paintings across a millenium, wonderfully illustrated in both colour and monochrome with folding plates. -
1937 China and the World WarCalifornia, London, Oxford: 1937An exceptional first edition of La Fargue's examination into China's part played during the First World War. -
1902 World PicturesLondon: 1902A delightful collection of the artwork of Mortimer Menpes depicting stunning locations all across the globe. -
1914 Beside the BambooLondon: 1914A lovely first edition copy of this ethnographical study of Chinese culture. -
1989 Chinese ArchitectureLondon: 1989A near fine wonderful first edition work on the beautiful architecture in China, a fantastic volume illustrated in colour throughout. -
1838 Assorted Travelogues in One VolumeEdinburgh: 1838-1840Five volumes bound in one containing travelogues by J L Stephens and Howard Malcom, as well as an autobiographical work by Mungo Park. Exploring Asia, as well as some parts of Egypt and Europe. -
1916 Li Hung-ChangLondon: 1917The first edition of this concise biography on Li Hongzhang, a first hand account of his effect on China, in the original very scarce dustwrapper. -
1907 The Chinese Empire a General & Missionary SurveyLondon: 1907A scarce first edition history of China and the Empire, a wonderful and extensive history illustrated throughout. -
1902 World PicturesLondon: 1902The first edition of this colourfully illustrated artistic look at the world, illustrated with the beautiful plates of Mortimer Menpes. -
1957 No Passport to TibetLondon: 1957A superb first edition of this illustrated account of F. M. Bailey's expeditions to Tibet, a vivid description of the journey. -
1999 The Voices of Macao StonesHong Kong : 1999An excellent edition of this fascinating volume on the history of the region of Macau in the People's republic of China, thoroughly illustrated. -
1935 The Mongols of ManchuriaLondon: 1935The scarce first U.K. edition of Owen Lattimore's study of the tribes, history, and politics of Manchuria, illustrated with folding maps. -
1874 A Ramble Round the WorldLondon: 1874A first edition of the translation of this Australian diplomat's travelogue, translated by Lady Herbert and published by Macmillan and Co. in 1874. -
1986 The Fracture of Meaning: Japan's Synthesis of China from the Eighth through the Eighteenth CenturiesNew Jersey: 1986A fascinating exploration into Japan's synthesis of China, in a scarce and well-preserved dust wrapper. -
1956 Red Lacquer DaysLondon: 1956A stunning limited edition of this illustrated journal depicting a trip to Peking. -
1936 Chinese Jade Throughout the Ages a Review of its Characteristics Decoration FolkloreLondon: 1936The first edition of this beautiful study of the history of Chinese Jade, illustrated with bright colour plates throughout. -
1956 Sowerby of China: Arthur de Carle SowerbyKendal: 1956A biography of Arthur de Carle Sowerby, a British naturalist and explorer raised in China. -
1956 Sowerby of China: Arthur de Carle SowerbyKendal: 1956A first edition biography of this British explorer raised in China, in an unclipped dust wrapper. -
1937 The Most Noble And Famous Travels of Marco PoloLondon: 1937The second, enlarged edition of this book detailed on Marco Polo's travels. With 11 maps and other illustrations. -
1914 Gladdening River Manuel First Edition Folding Maps Illustrated PresbyterianLondon: 1914An uncommon first edition copy of this fascinating study of the influence of the 'Young Men's Guild' of the Church of Scotland in the Eastern Himalayas. -
1845 An Accompaniment to Mitchells Map of the World On Mercators ProjectionPhiladelphia: 1845A companion volume to Mitchell's 'Map of The World'. -
1909 Sport & Travel in Both Tibets Lady Minna Jenkins Colour Plates Folding Map Scarce 1stLondon: 1909A collection of Lady Jenkins' illustrations during her trips to Tibet. -
1962 An Embassy to China J L Cranmer-Byng Lord McCartneyLondon : 1962A scarce paperback copy of this journal of the travels of Lord Macartney to the Emperor Ch-ien-lun 1793-1794.