Riding the Iron Rooster By Train Through China Paul Theroux 1988 Library Copy
G.P. Putnam's Sons
10.00 $
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Riding the Iron Rooster: By Train Through China is a classic travelogue by acclaimed author Paul Theroux, chronicling a year-long journey across the vast Chinese landscape via its extensive rail network in the late 1980s. This first edition hardcover captures a transformative period in Asian history, blending Theroux's sharp wit with detailed observations of the people, culture, and changing political climate. The narrative provides an immersive look at various regions, from the bustling cities to the remote frontiers of Mongolia and Tibet, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of travel literature and modern history. Author: Paul Theroux Title: Riding the Iron Rooster Subtitle: By Train Through China Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons Publication Year: 1988 ISBN: 0-399-13309-7 Genre: Travel Writing / Non-fiction Topic: China Rail Travel Language: English Edition: First Edition Dust Jacket: Included Binding: Hardback Keywords: Asia, Railway, Communism, Cultural Revolution, Adventure, Memoir, 1980s, Geography, Exploration, Literature, Vintage Book, Collector, First Printing
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