The Mountain of Silver Snow

von Marion H Duncan

262 Seiten, Hardcover

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"The Mountain of Silver Snow" is a compelling travelogue and ethnographic study written by Marion H. Duncan, documenting his extensive experiences in the rugged and mysterious borderlands of Tibet and Western China during the early 20th century. As a missionary and keen observer of local customs, Duncan provides a detailed account of the geography, culture, and religious practices of the people inhabiting the high altitudes of the eastern Himalayas.The narrative follows the author through treacherous mountain passes and remote villages, offering readers a firsthand look at a region that remained largely inaccessible to the Western world at the time of writing. Duncan's observations go beyond mere travel descriptions, delving into the social structures, daily lives, and spiritual traditions of the Tibetan people. His writing captures the stark beauty of the "silver snow" peaks and the resilience of those who call these daunting landscapes home.Blending adventure with historical documentation, "The Mountain of Silver Snow" serves as an important primary source for understanding Central Asian exploration and the intercultural encounters of the era. It remains a fascinating read for those interested in the history of Tibet, Christian missions in Asia, and the enduring allure of high-altitude exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.