Two volumes. xvi + 348pp xii + 345pp. Profusely illustrated with woodcuts. Original brown cloth with gilt titling to the spine and a decorative gilt design to the front cover. Volume One has an ex libris Francs Hubert Barclay on the inside cover, and Volume Two has an ex libris sticker with the initials EMB.
New Edition, Carefully Revised and Condensed.
The fep and frontispiece has been removed from both volumes, which are otherwise intact. There is wear to the top edge of both spines.
Himalayan Journals by Joseph Dalton Hooker is a travel and scientific exploration narrative written during the late 19th century. The work details Hooker's extensive travels through the Himalayan region, particularly Sikkim, Nepal, and the surrounding mountains, focusing on botany and geology. It serves as both a personal account of his adventures and an important scientific observation, providing insights into the flora, fauna, and cultures of the areas he explored. The opening of the book introduces Hooker's journey to India and outlines his initial explorations, starting with the Sunderbunds and moving towards the Himalayan foothills. He describes the geography, the challenges he faced while traveling, and his experiences at different camps. Hooker shares his observations of the vegetation and wildlife, the local cultures, and the geological formations he encounters. His keen interest in botany is evident as he meticulously records various plant species, along with their characteristics and uses, setting the stage for the detailed natural history that unfolds in the subsequent chapters.
Source: Projct Gutenberg https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6478
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Fair
- Size: 8vo
