A Broken Journey / Wanderings from the Hoang-Ho to the Island of Saghalien and the Upper Reaches of the Amur River

Name: A Broken Journey / Wanderings from the Hoang-Ho to the Island of Saghalien and the Upper Reaches of the Amur River
Author: Mary Gaunt

By Mary Gaunt

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The author recounts an extended overland and river journey from the Yellow River region across northwestern Chinese provinces to the far eastern coasts and the upper Amur, continuing through Siberian territories and the island of Saghalien. The narrative blends landscape and local color with eyewitness reporting of political unrest and social upheaval encountered en route, visits to mission stations and walled towns, and practical travel challenges on rail, river and mule paths. Encounters with military movements, refugee flows, and diverse peoples are set against reflections on culture, hardship, and the logistics of travelling in volatile borderlands.

About the Author

Mary Gaunt

Mary Gaunt was an Australian author and travel writer known for her vivid depictions of her journeys and experiences in various parts of the world. Her works often reflect her adventurous spirit and keen observations of different cultures. Notable titles include "A Broken Journey," which chronicles her travels from the Hoang-Ho River to the Amur River, and "A Woman In China," where she explores the complexities of life in China from a female perspective. Gaunt's writings contribute to the literary heritage of early 20th-century travel literature, offering insights into the places she visited and the people she encountered.