The Five Jewels Of The Orient 1871

The Five Jewels of the Orient is a book written by Juliette T. Burton in 1871. The book is a travelogue that recounts the author's journey through the Orient, specifically China and Japan. The title refers to five cities that the author visited, which she considers to be the ""jewels"" of the Orient. These cities are Shanghai, Peking, Canton, Nagasaki, and Yokohama.The book provides a detailed description of the author's experiences and observations of the culture, customs, and people of the Orient. She describes the architecture, food, clothing, and daily life of the people she encounters. The author also provides insights into the political and social structures of the countries she visits.Burton's writing style is engaging and vivid, and she has a keen eye for detail. Her descriptions of the landscapes, buildings, and people are rich and evocative, transporting the reader to the places she visited. The book is also notable for its historical significance, as it provides a glimpse into the Orient during a time of significant cultural and political change.Overall, The Five Jewels of the Orient is a fascinating and informative travelogue that provides a unique perspective on the Orient during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of China and Japan.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.