From Peking to Mandalay / A Journey from North China to Burma through Tibetan Ssuch'uan and Yunnan

Name: From Peking to Mandalay / A Journey from North China to Burma through Tibetan Ssuch'uan and Yunnan
Author: Sir Reginald Fleming Johnston

By Sir Reginald Fleming Johnston

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The narrative recounts an extensive overland and riverine journey across northern and southwestern China into Burma, following a route through major waypoints including the Yangtse gorges, Mount Omei, Tachienlu, the Yalung valley, Muli, Yung-ning, Li-chiang, Tali-fu, Bhamo, and onward to Mandalay. It combines travel description, vivid mountain and river scenery, and observations on local customs, religious sites, and material culture, with an ethnological chapter surveying the peoples of the Chinese far west. The author intersperses practical details—routes, itineraries, and vocabularies—with sketches of caravan life, monasteries, and markets. Appendices provide vocabularies and a day-by-day itinerary to support readers curious about logistics.

About the Author

Sir Reginald Fleming Johnston

Sir Reginald Fleming Johnston was a British diplomat and author known for his explorations and writings on East Asia. His notable works include "From Peking to Mandalay," which chronicles his journey through China and Burma, and "Lion and Dragon in Northern China," where he provides insights into the cultural and political landscape of the region. Johnston's experiences as a diplomat in China during a time of significant change inform his narratives, offering readers a unique perspective on the complexities of the area. His contributions to literature reflect both travel and historical documentation, enriching the understanding of early 20th-century Asia.