To China And Back: Being A Diary Kept, Out And Home (1859)

To China and Back is a diary by Albert Smith, documenting his journey from England to China and back in the year 1859. The book is a firsthand account of his experiences as he travels by ship across the seas and explores the cities and towns of China, including Hong Kong, Canton, and Shanghai. Smith writes about the people he meets, the customs he observes, and the sights he sees, providing a unique perspective on life in China during this time period. He also reflects on his own thoughts and feelings throughout the journey, giving readers insight into the personal impact of such a trip. Upon his return to England, Smith continues to document his experiences, sharing his impressions of the country and the people he encountered. Overall, To China and Back is a fascinating and engaging account of a journey that was both physically and emotionally challenging, and provides valuable historical insight into the culture and society of China during the mid-19th century.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.