A child’s face, a forgotten scent, or a distinctive flavour engages memory and inspires longing. Ken Haigh brings us tantalizingly close to his own vision of longing for a place, a people, a time, as he revisits those all-too-fleeting years as a young school teacher in the remote Himalayan village of Khaling, Bhutan. These experiences in an exotic country will leave you yearning for ancient Buddhist temples, winding mountain trails, and a simpler way of life. This memoir will captivate the vicarious traveller in each of us.

Sven Hedin's monumental work, Trans-Himalaya Discoveries and Adventurers in Tibet (Vol. 1&2), is a captivating exploration of the uncharted lands of Tibet and the Himalayas. Hedin's detailed accounts of his travels through these remote regions provide a vivid picture of the geography, history, and people he encountered. His descriptive prose and meticulous observations offer readers a rare glimpse into a world few have explored. The book is a valuable contribution to the genre of travel literature and serves as an important historical document of Hedin's time. As a renowned explorer and geographer, Hedin's literary style combines scientific precision with a sense of adventure and wonder, making his accounts both informative and engaging. The Trans-Himalaya series is a must-read for anyone interested in the exploration of Tibet and the Himalayas, as well as those fascinated by the life and work of Sven Hedin. Hedin's expertise and passion for exploration shine through in these volumes, making them a timeless and invaluable resource for scholars, travelers, and armchair adventurers alike.

The beginning of Genesis in the Bible speaks of: God created all living beings and made light on the first day. At first, the earth was empty and chaotic, the abyss was dark, and the Spirit of God was running on the water. God said, there must be light! There is light. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with an average elevation of over 4,000 meters, is the closest place on Earth to the sky. Although the air here is scarce and unsuitable for survival, the bright sunshine and the holy mountains and lakes here still nurture all living creatures, as well as a strong and great ethical group---Tibetan. They use the most persistent belief from hearts to guard the pure land in the process of human civilization. They use their lives to create a broad and profound historical culture, like the light of the sky, brilliant and glorious. Han Yuchen, a light chaser from the East. He devoted all the emotions in his heart to this place and created a series of excellent oil paintings with the sincerest reverence and worship. The intensive refraction of light and shadow in the work collides with our visions and stings our souls. The ordinary and noble characters living on the roof of the world, telling us the stories of love and faith, kindness and redemption, forbearance and sublimation, give us the enlightenment and the power of life. From this we found the complexity of life, the comfort of the soul, and return to simple joy. The following stories not only recorded the journey of Han Yuchen’s creative journeys, but also the discovery and exploration of Tibetan customs, and the pursuit for holy light.

"Embark on a harrowing expedition to the Arctic with Sir John Franklin in 'The Journey to the Polar Sea.' Chronicling his perilous voyage in the early 19th century, Franklin's narrative takes readers through the treacherous landscapes and icy waters of the Canadian Arctic in search of the elusive Northwest Passage. As Franklin and his crew face extreme conditions, readers are transported to the frigid expanses of the polar region, encountering the challenges of navigating frozen waters and enduring harsh weather. 'The Journey to the Polar Sea' is more than a travelogue; it's a gripping firsthand account of the relentless pursuit of geographical discovery amid the dangers of the Arctic wilderness. Join Franklin on this literary expedition where each page unfolds a new chapter of resilience and determination, making it an essential read for those fascinated by tales of polar exploration and the indomitable spirit of early Arctic adventurers."

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